Graduate Careers Stories
Discover where a degree can take you through real stories from our graduates! Find out how they built the skills needed for their careers, landed their first graduate roles, and what a typical day in their working life looks like.
Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
- Jade, PhD in Psychology (Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology), 2021 Started in research and progressed to Head of Customer Success
- Sophie, BSc Genetics, 2021 Worked in biotech and started a Cancer Research PhD
- Hannah, BSc Psychology, 2020 Developed digital, critical thinking and research skills, which led to working in user experience
- Yanna, BSc Psychology, 2020 Joined PwC's emerging technologies schemes, and now works in metaverse consulting
- Hanna, MSc Clinical Science Discovered the NHS Scientist Training Programme during postgraduate degree
Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Ebubechukwu, MEng Chemical Engineering, 2021 Transitioned into accounting and finance by securing a place on EY's graduate scheme
- Sarah, MSc Enivoronment, Climate Change & Development, 2021 Earned degrees in Business and Environment and now works for an NGO supporting girls' education in Africa
- Sofia, BSc Physics, 2021 Works in hydrogen technology and innovation, applying analytical skills, problem-solving and critical-thinking
- Enrico, MPhys Physics and Theoretical Physics, 2020 Landed a job as an analyst on HSBC's Global Technology Programme
- Joshua, MSc in Thermal Power and Fluid Engineering, 2020 Wanted to work in the UK as an international graduate and use Master's degree
- Shamveel, MEng Software Engineering, 2020 Joined the Barclays Graduate Scheme as a Developer after discovering opportunities through research and careers fairs
Faculty of Humanities
- Sofia, BSc International Business, Finance, and Economics, 2022 Joined Roche Diagnostics Business Graduate Programme, and now works in financial planning
- Emily, Geography with International Study, 2021 Found a role in a sector she didn't know much about
- Joshua, BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE), 2021 Graduated in PPE and explored roles in finance, law, and consulting
- Lauren B, BSc Management (Accounting and Finance), 2021 Works as an Audit Associate at EY, using adaptability, analytical skills, and problem-solving daily
- Megan, BA Linguistics, 2021 Works in communications, applying skills in communication, problem-solving, and time management
- Ning, MA Social Anthropology, 2021 Transitioned from the political sector to human resources to tailor her career to her interests
- Sharon, BA English Literature, 2021 Started with a marketing internship to get her foot in the door
- Yu Zi, BSc Management (Marketing), 2021 Developed communication skills and emotional intelligence during degree, which now help as a negotiator
- Aidan, BSocSc Politics and International Relations, 2020 Joined the National Graduate Development Programme in local government by exploring opportunities and staying flexible about his career
- Ameen, BSc ITMB, 2020 Landed a job as a Technology Associate at GSK as part of the Future Leaders Programme
- Anna, MA Humanitarianism and Conflict Response, 2020 Found a way into international humanitarian reporting through passion for understanding and responding to global crises
- Ellicia, LLB Law, 2020 Moved from working in a non-profit to an administrative role at the University
- Emma, MA Arts Management, Policy and Practice, 2020 Explored the sector through research and volunteering before Master’s which led to a role at Arts Council England
- Hatty, MA in Humanitarianism and Conflict Response, 2020 Always wanted to teach
- James, BA Theological Studies in Philosophy and Ethics, 2020 Considered teaching but chose the Civil Service for its variety
- Lauren S, BA History, 2020 Applied the communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills from a History degree in the tech sector
- Shentao, MSc in Social Research Methods and Statistics, 2020 Overcame many rejections before securing current job
- Tsana, MA in Art Management, Policy and Practice, 2020 Works on improving diversity in the creative sector
- Zina, MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, 2020 Used adaptability and commercial insight to succeed in the fast-moving e-commerce sector
