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Career Essentials at the University of Stirling
Careers with a degree in Philosophy
A degree in philosophy from the University of Stirling is seen as very valuable by employers. You will have developed a great range of skills from the ability to think analytically and creatively to time management skills.
There is a large range of careers for which your degree will be seen as extremely useful. Some examples of these jobs are:
Higher Education Lecturer
Civil Service roles
Barrister
NHS Manager
Marketing
Teaching
Advertising
Journalism
And many more....!!
For more information on where your degree could lead you, click on this link [http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_philosophy_job_options.htm]
Postgraduate Study
After completing study at undergraduate level, almost a quarter of Philosophy graduates go on to further study. This can be in a variety of areas from continuing Philosophy studies to undertaking a more vocational course in areas such as law or teaching. If you would like to find out more about postgraduate study please look at this website [http://www.prospects.ac.uk/about_postgrad_study.htm ], speaking to a Careers Adviser or, if you’re thinking of continuing to study Philosophy, speak to one of the academics in the department who will be very happy to help you.
The Career Development Centre
The Career Development Centre is based in Cottrell Building, room 3A1. They are a very useful resource for all students considering their options during and after university.
For a list of upcoming events please look at their website www.careers.stir.ac.uk
For part-time work at University, check out www.jobshop.stir.ac.uk
They also offer individual careers guidance appointments on a drop in basis, Monday – Thursday 11-3pm. Please go along to speak to an adviser and find out more about part-time work, volunteering, working abroad, further study, starting your own business – and graduate jobs when you leave university of course!
'I Think, Therefore I Earn'. Find out why philosophy students are in high demand!
An article in the Guardian discusses the increasing employability of philosophy students. To read the article clickhere.
Funding, Scholarships, Awards and Fellowships
There are several opportunities for which you are eligible to apply. For a full list click here
[ http://www.careers.stir.ac.uk/students/latestfunds.php ]
In the past Stirling students have been very successful in their applications to a variety of projects and have been involved in opportunities such as spending a year studying at Harvard university, taking part in internships in the USA and Australia, travelling to Japan and studying in New York.
Don’t miss out on these opportunities – apply now!
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