Careers
We prioritise your professional development, providing a range of opportunities to gain work experience, develop your skills and engage with employers.
Excellent employability
Bristol graduates are highly regarded by employers in the UK and overseas. The University is ranked joint 7th in the UK for employability in the latest QS Graduate Employability Rankings (2022).
Careers Service
We understand that, as a postgraduate, you may be looking to change careers, upskill in your current field or be at the start of a new career journey. Our Careers Service is here to support you with a year-round programme of events including employer meetups, careers fairs, alumni panels, networking opportunities and workshops.
We also offer an extensive range of resources and digital tools to support your career journey, and our expert Careers Service staff are available for tailored and personalised one-to-one advice.
Industry-endorsed skills
We support students to develop and track the key skills that global and national employers look for. The University’s online skills platform (MySkills) helps you to understand, reflect and build your skills profile, preparing you for your next steps.
In addition, you can work towards the optional Bristol PLUS Award, which offers a framework for your career planning and skills development. You’ll also learn how to communicate your value to employers. The PLUS Award is endorsed by a range of leading recruiters.
We provide access to the award-winning SETsquared partnership, which has links to a team of consultants and external business advisers.
Entrepreneurial spirit
Bristol actively encourages the innovators and entrepreneurs of the future. We can help you develop your entrepreneurial skills and pursue your start-up goals.
The Basecamp Enterprise Team provides guidance, workshops and support to help enhance your networks and build your growth mindset.
After you graduate
You can continue to access the Careers Service for up to three years after you finish your studies, wherever you are in the world.
The one-to-one career coaching sessions were particularly useful in providing tailored advice and guidance on my career path. The Careers Service also organised various workshops and events, which were instrumental in developing my skills and knowledge of the job market.
Our alumni community
We are proud of our postgraduate alumni successes and the contribution they make to society.
Find out more about what Bristol graduates have gone on to achieve by joining our Bristol alumni LinkedIn group.
You'll also have many opportunities to meet Bristol alumni while you're a student.