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On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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What can I do with a sociology degree?

Degree subjects

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.

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What can I do with an English degree?

Degree subjects

English students have a lot to offer prospective employers, including well-developed communication skills, the ability to work independently, flexibility and adaptability.

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What else can I do with an architecture degree?

Degree subjects

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.

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What else can I do with a medicine or nursing degree?

Degree subjects

Medicine and nursing degrees involve many of the same transferable skills and give graduates specialist knowledge that can be an advantage in other careers.

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What can I do with a psychology degree?

Degree subjects

Psychology graduates who want to practise as psychologists will need to go on to further study. However, they also have plenty of other career options.

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What can I do with a philosophy degree?

Degree subjects

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.

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What can I do with a politics degree?

Degree subjects

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.

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Different career choices for property graduates

Careers advice and planning

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.

Property, construction & QS
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Essential work experience for graduate careers in hospitality

Internships and placements

The hospitality industry is awash with opportunities that will develop your knowledge and understanding of the sector.

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'How do you manage your time and prioritise tasks?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

Find out how to crack interview questions about your time management techniques and the kind of examples you might give in your answer.

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'What is your biggest weakness?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

The ‘biggest weakness’ interview question appears to be asking you to reveal your shortcomings but, if you use the right tactics it can be a golden opportunity to show that you're right for the job.

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'Why do you think you will be successful in this job?' Tricky graduate interview question

Interviews and assessment centres

Want to know how to talk about what you could bring to a graduate job? Find out how to answer with confidence.

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