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29 Sep 2020: degree_asianmiddleeast_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top sectors that AMES Cambridge graduates joined were arts and recreation (circa 17% of those who responded), followed by consulting (17%) and then IT (8%) and charity sector (18%).

8 Oct 2020: sector_finance_0.png Where to start This highly competitive sector requires preparation, knowledge and a good understanding of the wider concepts with the financial services sector. Some of the career paths covered by this sector will see you

8 Oct 2020: sector_scires_0.png Where to start Many scientists are drawn towards applying their skills in hands-on research and development in a non-academic setting. This could be working for a government department, a large multi-national firm, a charitable

29 Sep 2020: degree_hsps_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? Each year between a quarter and a third of HSPS graduates from Cambridge undertake further study. A further 6% will commence a law conversion course, currently the first step towards qualifying as a

7 Oct 2020: With thousands of different careers choices available, sometimes it can be hard knowing where to start in choosing a career. Exploring your options early will help you find relevant experience and gain the transferable skills that employers are

29 Sep 2020: You may have a dream job in mind or still be exploring your options, either way, it is important that you think about what you enjoy, what your strengths are, what experience you have or will need to gain and the qualifications and results you will

8 Oct 2020: sector_acadahss_0.png Where to start As you work on your PhD in the Cambridge environment you will have the opportunity to absorb and understand what an academic pathway looks like in a research-intensive institution and you will be surrounded by

29 Sep 2020: degree_theology_0.png What do Cambridge graduates do? The top three sectors that Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion Cambridge graduates joined were teaching (circa 20% of those who responded), followed by wellfare professionals (20%) and

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8 Oct 2020: sector_gradmed_0.png Where to start Medicine is an intellectually stimulating and varied career path. Many make the decision to explore a medical career after their first degree, or even after a period in the workplace. The common motivation for a

8 Oct 2020: sector_it_0.png Where to start IT is a sector in which the demand for talent far outstrips supply. Demand will continue to grow strongly, so if you have the right skills—or want to acquire them—then this area offers many opportunities. The

14 Dec 2020: A good CV, cover letter, and application form is critical in getting to the interview stage. Our CVs & Applications books are packed full of examples, so whether you’re preparing for the annual graduate recruitment cycle, or an academic researcher

7 Oct 2020: exploreopts_networkalum_0.png Exploring your options findingjobs_speculativeapps_0.png Finding jobs apply_applications_0.png Applying for jobs appointments_0.png Appointments edi.png Equality, diversity and inclusion

10 Nov 2020: exploreopts_timeout_0.png Many people choose to take a gap year after graduating and the reasons for doing so are varied: Didn’t take a gap year pre-Uni and just want to travel before getting a job Need more work experience to decide whether a

30 Nov 2020: couple_of_postdocs.png When you first embarked on your PhD, you may or may not have had a vision of where your career would take you. Most likely you were following a deep interest in your subject and investing time and effort into becoming a

7 Oct 2020: Whatever stage you're at in your career planning - whether you're absolutely certain of your next steps, or haven't even begun thinking about life after your studies - the Careers Service is here to help.

8 Oct 2020: sector_internationaldevelopment_0.png Where to start Spend some time in a developing country. This will be your most valuable piece of experience by far - whichever role you go on to have. Work out what you could bring to this very diverse and