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A Google director reveals one must-have trait for graduates

Shuvo Saha, director of Google's Digital Academy, says 'cultural intelligence' is the key skill graduates must pick up while at university.

September 21 2015

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Further your career prospects by studying abroad

Students and employers explain why international experience helps graduates get ahead in the workplace.

September 21 2015

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Financial services employ the most graduates in the UK

A list of the top UK employers, compiled by The Complete University Guide, confirms that financial services firms hire the most graduates in the UK.

Student on a journey

Finishing studying…and starting again

Getting back into academic study can be a difficult decision. A postgraduate researcher guides you through her own experience and thought process.

February 8 2016

Open road

My journey to achieving my goals

An international postgraduate student in the UK shares her journey towards achieving her goal of making a difference in Nigeria.

February 9 2016

Debut app

Students are winning top jobs by playing games on their phones

Debut delivers news of graduate positions from employers, who use challenges in the careers app to make approaches to talented individuals

Leadership

How to work in a leadership role as a student

Working for university administration proves your valuable skills in a leadership position

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Graduate job vacancies are increasing in the UK, say careers advisers

Careers advisers report an increase in graduate job vacancies, but students are less optimistic about their graduate prospects

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Six tips to choose the right programme at the right school

A campus tour guide at a Canadian university offers six important tips to help make the right university decision.

February 1 2016

Diverse graduates

Diversifying academic hiring helps minority students

Creating a diverse teaching staff at university provides ‘possibility models’ so students can feel their dreams are realistic

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London universities boast highest graduate employment rates

The proportion of graduates employed 12 months after completing an undergraduate degree is highest in St George's, University of London, followed by Imperial College London.

September 24 2015

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Random occurrences changed my life

Even careful decisions do not always determine your academic or professional journey

February 10 2016

Two paths

Should you study for a postgraduate degree or join the workforce?

A young professional in the US offers advice on choosing between postgraduate study and getting a job

Howard University, Founders Library

Michelle Obama offers advice to college students at surprise event

The First Lady of the United States joined TV personalities Seth Myers and Nick Cannon to welcome freshmen to Howard University

September 5 2016

Students on campus

Supporting young people as they explore the right career path

Morrisby Profile supports students by identifying the careers and educational routes best suited to their unique abilities, interests, preferences and motivations

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Tips for getting your dream graduate job

A managing partner for talent at a leading multinational company shares her advice for job-seeking students and graduates

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Why universities should encourage student entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is essential preparation for graduates to tackle society’s most pressing issues.

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Which colleges do Facebook, Google and other top employers recruit from?

Data from LinkedIn show which companies and industries recruit from different colleges in the US

Students on laptops

UK government plans to release data about graduate earnings

Insights into earning prospects after attending a UK university could soon be available to the public, if universities agree to the government project.

October 20 2015

Thank you in many languages

Universities should promote the value of multilingualism for employability

Trilingual blogger and law student Noorin Malik says universities could do more to show students how and why multilingualism sets them up for success

New York skyline

Top 5 cities for a graduate job in finance

New York has been voted the top destination for graduates on an intensive financial training programme

Barack Obama

Lessons for students from Obama’s presidency

Students can learn valuable lessons about strength of character and work ethic from the presidency of Barack Obama

November 1 2016

Unicorn, myth

The Unicorn League: where top start-up founders went to college

If you want to set up a successful business after you graduate, this ranking could be for you

January 24 2017

Learning languages

What it's like to study a modern languages degree

Are modern language degrees becoming obsolete? Absolutely not, say these four modern languages students

February 23 2017

top 10 undergraduate employers in the UK

Students vote for their top employers in the UK

The financial and banking sector ranks highly in a table of top employers in the UK, voted for by students 

September 22 2017

You know you're a graduate when

You know you’re a graduate when...

Every graduate can relate to these seven experiences post-university. Just make sure you have a solid answer for the cashier at Tesco

Top 20 UK university careers services

Top 20 university careers services in the UK

University is the stepping stone to your future, and this includes choosing a career path. These are the UK universities with the best careers services based on student reviews

October 18 2017

Ada College - women in tech

Women in STEM: ‘I hope that one day the tech sector will be more diverse’

Specialist digital skills college Ada College has inspired blogger Chayann Bradford to encourage other girls to consider careers in technology

December 30 2017

Apprentice work

How work experience can help you get ahead at university

Italian student Sofia Quaglia explains why carrying out work experience at university is a key way to ease career concerns and enhance your employability levels

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Universities launch drive to support refugees around the world

De Montfort University in Leicester is bringing together universities from around the world to support refugees. A trip to the United Nations in New York helped to inspire this message, according to DMU student Olly Sullivan

February 2 2018

Finding a summer internship

Brits in America: cramming my summer with internships

Raphaelle has packed her summer full of internships and work experience, something that appears to be the norm for Harvard University students 

Job skills key on PC keyboard

A year in London: what happens during a careers seminar

Japanese student Reona Matsumoto outlines what a careers seminar at a London university looks like 

London Venture Crawl

London Venture Crawl: encouraging entrepreneurship in students

The London Venture Crawl provided more than 200 university students in London with the opportunity to learn about the different business opportunities in the city

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Making international connections studying in Geneva

Ashley C. Pilipiszyn says that studying at the University of Geneva, the fifth most international university in the world, gave her life-changing opportunities to connect with influential people and students from around the world

January 13 2016

Graduates

Mock TEF: the best UK universities for graduate jobs

See the top UK universities for graduate employability, according to predictions for the teaching excellence framework

Student Experience Survey 2018: best universities for industry connections

Student Experience Survey 2018: best UK universities for industry connections

The best universities in the UK for industry connections – as decided by current students – have been revealed

Warwick University campus

University of Warwick’s careers team is building resilience for the future of work

From internships to one-to-one support, the careers team at the University of Warwick can help students explore their next steps

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Best universities producing ‘ready-for-work’ graduates: Global Employability University Survey

A survey of employers around the world reveals which universities produce the best graduates for the workplace

November 12 2015

Ambulance in Milan, Italy

British student criticises competitive UK medical courses after securing university place in Italy

The straight-A British student who was rejected twice to study medicine in the UK is frustrated but looking on the bright side as he reflects on his first months studying in Italy instead.

Student in front of blackboard

Introducing THE Student

How to navigate and get involved with the new student section, featuring university rankings, student news, blog posts and expert advice.

September 22 2015

Working abroad

Top destinations to work as an expat

Students could see increased opportunities, benefits and job security by choosing to work abroad

Queen's University Belfast campus

Accelerating students’ career development through industry partnerships

Queen’s Business School in Belfast promotes graduate success through industry placement and personalised career support

September 19 2024

Archaeology

What can you do with an archaeology degree?

Why study an archaeology degree? Our essential guide to what you will learn on an archaeology course, what you should study to get your place on a degree, and what jobs you can get once you graduate

September 22 2022

Books in library

What can you do with an English literature degree?

Why study an English literature degree? Our essential guide to what you will learn on an English literature course, what you should study to get your place on a degree, and what jobs you can get once you graduate

September 22 2022

Historical reenactment

What can you do with a history degree?

Why study a history degree? Our essential guide to what you will learn on a history course, what you should study to get your place on a degree, and what jobs you can get once you graduate

September 22 2022

Astronaut 3D illustration

What qualifications do you need to be an astronaut?

Astronauts undergo strict training, and these are the qualifications you'll need to get started on the first step towards a space mission

December 15 2015

Oscars statuettes for Academy Awards

Academy Awards nominations 2025: Where did the Oscar nominees go to university?

The film professionals nominated for Academy Awards for movies they have directed, produced, acted in, written and edited graduated from a variety of universities: these are the institutions in the running to win the alumni Oscars

February 27 2025

Happy student at Glasgow University, UK

Where are international postgraduates most satisfied?

A report compares student satisfaction levels for international postgraduates on taught and research degrees in UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

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The best UK universities chosen by major employers

More than 60 universities in the UK have been chosen by UK companies for producing the best 'ready-for-work' graduates

November 12 2015

UMacau’s international students at the ruins of St. Paul’s in Macao

My experience as a foreign student in China led to a job with Google

A Japanese student, soon to start working for Google Japan, shares her experience of studying global business at one of the world's most international universities: University of Macau, China.

January 18 2016

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