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Do you have to be self-employed to work as a barrister?
Most barristers are self-employed and based in sets, but not all. Around 18% of practising barristers work at the employed bar, working for the Government Legal Profession, the Crown Prosecution Service, in-house in the legal departments of big corporates or other organisations.
What are communication skills and how do I improve them?
The effective exchange of information is essential in business. Learn what communication skills are and how to demonstrate them throughout the recruitment process: when applying, at interview and when giving presentations.
What can I do with a design degree?
If you’ve just graduated, or are still studying for your degree in design, you may be wondering just what kind of job you will end up with. If this is the case, then this guide is for you.
What can I do with a biology degree?
Biology graduates are well placed to succeed in any job where data handling or research skills are important. These jobs would not necessarily have to be restricted to science-based employers.
What can I do with a sociology degree?
Sociology graduates have a range of skills that are in demand, including communication and information gathering and analysis – but they need to know how to sell their strengths to employers.
What can I do with an English degree?
English students have a lot to offer prospective employers, including well-developed communication skills, the ability to work independently, flexibility and adaptability.
What else can I do with an architecture degree?
Architecture students have problem solving, technical and project management skills that will enable them to succeed in property, construction and a range of other careers.
What else can I do with a medicine or nursing degree?
Medicine and nursing degrees involve many of the same transferable skills and give graduates specialist knowledge that can be an advantage in other careers.
What can I do with a philosophy degree?
Philosophy graduates are naturally suited to careers in research or politics. They may also seek jobs in charity work or publishing, or decide to train as lawyers.
What can I do with a politics degree?
You might be interested in a career in central or local government, the Civil Service or charity work after finishing your politics degree, but there are also plenty of other careers open to you, including law and business.
Different career choices for property graduates
Even if you don’t want to work as a surveyor, there are many graduate jobs in which your property-related degree will be valued.
Essential work experience for graduate careers in hospitality
The hospitality industry is awash with opportunities that will develop your knowledge and understanding of the sector.
