Using your degree : University of Sussex

Use your degree to start your career planning. We've highlighted some career areas to think about, based on your subject area.

Using your degree to plan your career

Using your degree is a good place to begin, as you are building a range of skills and knowledge throughout your course. Employers will increasingly look for wider life skills, too. You can also use our sector guides to explore other job sectors not associated with your degree (most graduate opportunities are open to graduates from any degree discipline).

Select your subject area from the list below to see how to use your degree at the beginning of planning your career.

Accounting and Finance

Look at career areas that might fit with your Accounting and Finance degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Accounting and Finance.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Tax Assistant
- Financial Analyst
- Financial Accountant
- Forensic Accountant
- Stockbroker
- External Auditor.
Building your skills and experience

Summer internships and placement years are common in this sector and applications for these open in the autumn/winter of your second year. Graduate schemes are also common in this sector and students who have impressed during summer internships or placement years may be invited back as a graduate.

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Accountancy and Finance include ethical awareness and sensitivity, independent thinking, leadership, problem solving, self-confidence and teamwork.

American Studies

Look at career areas that might fit with your American Studies degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in American Studies.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Business Development Executive
- Radio Producer
- Publishing Assistant
- PR Executive
- Editorial Assistant
- Broadcast journalist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from American Studies include critical assessment, written communication, independent thinking, motivation, problem solving and self awareness.

Anthropology

Look at career areas that might fit with your Anthropology degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Anthropology.

Jobs related to your degree
15 months after graduating in 2019, 80% of respondents from Anthropology were in work or further study. 50% of those in work were in graduate jobs.
Jobs include:
- Production Assistant
- Teaching Assistant (Special Needs)
- Charity Officer
- Local Government Officer
- Market Researcher
- Secondary school teacher
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Anthropology include flexibility, presentation skills, independent learning, organisation and time management, written communication and interpersonal skills.

Art History

Look at career areas that might fit with your Art History degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Art History.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Exhibition Assistant
- Fundraising Assistant
- Office manager
- Curator
- Conservator
- Heritage manager
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Art History include critical assessment, written communication, independent thinking, motivation, problem solving and self awareness.

Biochemistry

Look at career areas that might fit with your Biochemistry degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Clinical Trials Project Manager
- Laboratory Technician
- Secondary Science Teacher
- Academic Researcher
- Pharmacologist
- Biomedical Scientist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Biochemistry include analysis and problem solving, independent thinking, laboratory skills, numerical and data analysis, verbal communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Biology

Look at career areas that might fit with your Biology degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Biology. You can also use Next Steps - The Ultimate Careers for Bioscience Graduates, a downloadable booklet from the Society of Biology, Biochemical Society and British Ecological Society, and search for biology careers from the Society of Biology. Also see funded summer studentships for second years (mostly) in a range of bioscience organisations, via the Royal Society of Biology.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Science Writer
- Associate Research Scientist
- Assistant Ecologist
- Marine Biologist
- Microbiologist
- Biotechnologist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Biology include analysis and problem solving, independent thinking, laboratory skills, numerical and data analysis, verbal communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Biomedical Science

Look at career areas that might fit with your Biomedical Science degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Biochemistry. You can also use Next Steps - The Ultimate Careers for Bioscience Graduates, a downloadable booklet from the Society of Biology, Biochemical Society and British Ecological Society, and search for biology careers from the Society of Biology. Also see funded summer studentships for second years (mostly) in a range of bioscience organisations, via the Royal Society of Biology.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Clinical Trials Project Manager
- Laboratory Technician
- Trainee Healthcare Scientist
- Biomedical Scientist
- Forensic Scientist
- Toxicologist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Biomedical Science include analysis and problem solving, independent thinking, laboratory skills, numerical and data analysis, verbal communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Business, Management and Marketing

Look at career areas that might fit with your Business, Management and Marketing degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Business and Management or Marketing.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Digital Marketing Officer
- Consulting Analyst
- Corporate Finance Executive
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Project Manager
Building your skills and experience

Summer internships and placement years are common in this sector and applications for these open in the autumn/winter of your second year. Graduate schemes are also common in this sector and students who have impressed during summer internships or placement years may be invited back as a graduate.

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Business, Marketing and Management include ethical awareness and sensitivity, independent thinking, leadership, problem solving, self-confidence and teamwork.

Chemistry

Look at career areas that might fit with your Chemistry degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Chemistry.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Product Performance Chemist
- IT Analyst
- Marketing Executive
- Analytical Chemist
- Medicinal Chemist
- Toxicologist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Chemistry include analysis and problem solving, independent thinking, laboratory skills, numerical and data analysis, verbal communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Childhood and Youth Studies

Look at career areas that might fit with your Childhood and Youth Studies degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Childhood and Youth Studies.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Assessment and Planning Officer
- Residential Support Worker
- Nursery Nurse
- Early Years Teacher
- Primary School Teacher
- Social Worker
Building your skills and experience

If you want to get into this area, think about taking a proactive approach. Contact charities, organisations and councils directly to enquire about work experience or workshadowing. Use the resources on our Social Work guide to search local organisations. Make speculative approaches.

When writing your CV and covering letter, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Childhood and Youth Studies include thinking about ethical awareness and sensitivity, flexibilty, verbal communication, interpersonal skills, organisation and time management, and teamwork.

Criminology

Look at career areas that might fit with your Criminology degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Criminology.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Marketing and Communications Executive
- Policy Checker
- Service Delivery Manager
- Police Officer
- Prison Officer
- Crime Scene Investigator
Building your skills and experience

If you want to get into this area, think about taking a proactive approach. Contact charities, organisations and councils directly to enquire about work experience or workshadowing.

When writing your CV and covering letter, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Criminology include analysis and interpretation, intellectual debate, interpersonal skills, problem solving, research and self-management.

Drama

Look at career areas that might fit with your Drama degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in performing arts.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Editorial Assistant
- Production Assistant
- Events Manager(Assistant)
- Marketing Officer
- Theatre Director
- Music Producer
Building your skills and experience

If you want to get into the theatre industry, think about taking a proactive approach. Contact companies directly. Use the links listed on the internships and experience section of our Theatre sector guide, which includes Brighton-based theatres and festivals. Make speculative approaches. This is how many people get into the sector. Look for graduate internships in theatres and production companies. When writing your CV and covering letter, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Drama include critical assessment, written communication, independent thinking, motivation, problem solving and self awareness.

Ecology, Conservation and Environment

Look at career areas that might fit with your Ecology, Conservation and Environment degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Ecology, Conservation and Environment. You can also use Next Steps - The Ultimate Careers for Bioscience Graduates, a downloadable booklet from the Society of Biology, Biochemical Society and British Ecological Society, and search for biology careers from the Society of Biology. Also see funded summer studentships for second years (mostly) in a range of bioscience organisations, via the Royal Society of Biology.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Associate Research Scientist
- Assistant Ecologist
- Animal Keeper
- Environmental Consultant
- Nature Conservation Officer
- Amenity Horticulturalist
Building your skills and experience

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Ecology, Conservation and Environment include analysis and problem solving, independent thinking, laboratory skills, numerical and data analysis, verbal communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Economics

Look at career areas that might fit with your Economics degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Economics.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Economist
- External Auditor
- Financial Risk Analyst
- Investment Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Stockbroker
Building your skills and experience

Summer internships and placement years are common in finance and applications for these open in the autumn/winter of your second year. Graduate schemes are also common in this sector and students who have impressed during summer internships or placement years may be invited back as a graduate.

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Economics include ethical awareness and sensitivity, independent thinking, leadership, problem solving, self-confidence and teamwork.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Look at career areas that might fit with your Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides.

Sectors associated with this degree include:

Take a look at website Prospects for more job options, career areas and further study options after a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Jobs related to your degree
Jobs include:
- Graduate Electrical Engineer
- Research Engineer
- AV Technician
- Design Engineer
- Nuclear Engineer
- Sound Engineer
Building your skills and experience

Summer internships and placement years are common in this sector and applications for these open in the autumn/winter of your second year. Graduate schemes are also common in this sector and students who have impressed during summer internships or placement years may be invited back as a graduate.

When writing your CV and covering letter for work experience, don't forget about the transferable skills you are developing on your course. Just a few skills you will get from Electronic Engineering include attention to detail, critical judgement, flexibility, independent thinking, problem solving and project management.

English

Look at career areas that might fit with your English degree. Find out about the job roles available, the entry routes and how to gain experience using our sector guides