We are the top-rated university careers advice service in the UK, with 96% student satisfaction (2015 Student Employability Index). 

As a student or recent graduate, we can help you make well-informed decisions about your future, whether you want to start your career, go onto further study or take time out.

We can also help you build the skills you need to successfully find and apply for jobs. Select the links below to find out more about

Career options
A degree - even a vocational one like nursing or engineering - can take you almost anywhere. With so many options, it can be difficult to decide what to do, where to do it, and whom to work for. Throw in working for yourself or further study, and the possibilities can seem limitless. Whether you’re still searching for ideas, have a few, or know clearly what you want to do - we have resources to support you.

Participating in workshops, careers fairs, and other events can give you vital inspiration and information to narrow down your options, submit an eye-catching application, ace that interview, or set up your own business.

Jobs
On this page, you will find links to activities, advice, and support which will help you in your search for specific types of work. Your job search strategies may vary a little between different types of work, for example, a part-time job and a graduate job. To get you started in your job search, here is some useful and effective advice

Application tips
Depending on their needs, employers may ask for a range of application documents - forms, CVs, covering letters, or supporting statements. As part of the application process, they may ask you to complete psychometric tests. Once you’ve successfully completed the initial stages of the application process, you may be invited to an interview, an automated video interview, or an assessment centre. 

Whatever employers ask you, make sure you read - and follow! - the instructions. Make sure you know the role description, person specification, and organisation inside out. The employer must be able to see that you are motivated to do this job and work for them. On this page you will find activities, advice and support which will help you approach the application process with confidence.

Graduates
GradVantage
GradVantage is our lifetime support offer to Sheffield Hallam University graduates. We are here to help you make that change from studying to entering the world of work and beyond. You can come to us at any time in your life, not just after you have finished your studies, for support such as managing a career change, considering further study or even just working out what you want to do.

• 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
• 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Postgraduate taught programmes (masters)

The following qualifications will be considered for entry on to postgraduate taught programmes

a first degree or professional qualification recognised as being equivalent to degree standard
an HND or higher education diploma with substantial work experience in an appropriate field
successful completion of a recognised pre-Masters course

Postgraduate research programmes
The following qualifications will be considered for entry on to postgraduate research programmes (MPhil/PhD)

masters degree from a recognised university
In most cases, students are required to submit a full application for PhD study, including a formal research proposal.

an IELTS for UKVI* 6.5 entry requirement (* IELTS may be accepted if you do not require a Student visa)

IELTS for UKVI* IELTS for UKVI* 6.5
Listening: minimum level 5.5
Speaking: minimum level 5.5
Reading: minimum level 5.5
Writing: minimum level 5.5

TOEFL Internet Based (Including TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition) Overall score 90
Listening: minimum level 17
Speaking: minimum level 20
Reading: minimum level 18
Writing: minimum level 17

Pearson Test of English Academic Overall score 60
Listening: minimum score 51
Speaking: minimum score 51
Reading: minimum score 51
Writing: minimum score 51

an IELTS for UKVI* 7.0 entry requirement (* IELTS may be accepted if you do not require a Student visa)

IELTS for UKVI* IELTS for UKVI* 7.0
Listening: minimum level 5.5
Speaking: minimum level 5.5
Reading: minimum level 5.5
Writing: minimum level 5.5

TOEFL Internet Based (including TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition) Overall score 100
Listening: minimum score 21
Speaking: minimum score 23
Reading: minimum score 22
Writing: minimum score 21

Pearson Test of English Academic Overall score 67
Listening: minimum score 59
Speaking: minimum score 59
Reading: minimum score 59
Writing: minimum score 59