What we offer

First year, second year or final year/postgraduate - whichever kind of student you are, BU you can offer you one of the most wide ranging and comprehensive placements and careers services available.

A degree is no longer a guarantee of a job.

In an increasingly competitive market, you need to stand out from the crowd and at BU we can help equip you with the necessary skills and experience to help you do that.

We can help with job hunting strategies and get you work placements. We will do all we can during your time here at BU to give you that competitive edge when you eventually go for that dream job.

Here are just some of the key services we offer to give you that edge:

• CV & covering letter reviews
• careers appointments
• interview & psychometric test practice
• careers library of resources for help with job hunting and applications, searching for company contacts, working abroad, self-employment etc.
• job shop for part time work opportunities
• Online careers system 'MyCareerHub' featuring placement & graduate jobs

BU also hosts a number of careers events on campus - bringing potential employers to you, giving you the chance to weigh up all the different career options.

We also provide advice and guidance on the following:

• postgraduate study options both in the UK & Abroad
• formulating job hunting strategies for getting a graduate job
• if you are unsure of what to do next or where your degree could take you
• working abroad
• self employment options
• accessing job opportunities if you have a disability or are an International student 
• if you are considering changing or leaving your course

We are a member of the Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS) which means we have to meet a set of professional standards laid down by AGCAS.

We are also accredited by Matrix, a nationally recognised quality standard for organisations that deliver information, advice and/or guidance.

How to access the Placements & Careers Service

• online at MyCareerHub
• in person at the the Edge Student Development Centre (outside the library entrance) on Talbot Campus
• by email
• by telephone at 01202 961663

Support after graduation

Did you know that you can access Placements & Careers for up to three years from graduating? You can make appointments to speak to a careers advisor about your options/CV and attend on campus events as often as you like!