What Happens After University
How Cumbria Supports Career Development
Our degrees are built around preparing your child for the future.
Whether your child wants to make a difference in the community, shape future minds, or start their own business, our courses revolve around vocational training and developing practical skills to help them achieve their dreams. Through work placements, in the field experiences, and volunteer opportunities, your child will develop the specialised and transferable skills they need to kickstart their career and stand out from the crowd.
THAT'S WHY 97% OF OUR GRADUATES GO INTO WORK OR FURTHER STUDY WITHIN 15 MONTHS OF GRADUATING (HESA, 2023).
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Global Partnerships
At the University of Cumbria, we pride ourselves on preparing our students to begin amazing career journeys. We do this not only with our outstanding student support and hands-on learning values, but also by introducing students and graduates to our impressive portfolio of partnerships.
From UK-wide bodies such as the Department for Education, the National Trust, and Social Work England to local organisations including the Lake District National Park, the North West Ambulance Trust, and Tullie House, our students benefit from established relationships, whatever their chosen career.
Hear from those who have been there
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Vincent Walden, Graphic Design
Vincent founded Studio Walden, an eco-friendly and sustainable Graphic Design studio in Cumbria.
Imran Khan, Primary and Early Years Education
Imran positively impacts the lives of children in his community as a Head Teacher working for Norfolk County Council.
Emily Wormald, Outdoor Leadership
Following graduation, Emily started their dream job instructing with Outward Bound.
Benedicta Wireko-Gyami, Occupational Therapy
Benedicta became a lead Occupational Therapist for the Priory Group at just 24 years old.
Chloe Booth, Law
Chloe is now a County Court Advocate, an exciting and rewarding role representing claimants throughout the North West.
Hazel Mason, Illustration
Post-graduation in 2018, Hazel works at the De La Rue Design Studio as a concept artist for the world's leading designers of banknotes and passports.
Molly Weatherall, Outdoor Adventure and Environment
In February 2021, Molly published her first novel, a YA dystopian drama called Silent is the Crown.
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Careers and Employability Support
One-to-One Support
The Careers and Employability team here at the University of Cumbria are committed to boosting job prospects. We want to help get your child’s career off to a flying start.
Explore Careers Service
Our Careers team offer a one-to-one service helping students with CV support, job application advice, mock interviews, and interview skills. Students can easily access the Careers service via My Career Enriched, a career hub filled with advice, contact information, and job postings.
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Careers and Employability Support
Career Ahead Award
The Career Ahead award is the University of Cumbria’s Employability award, designed to help students recognise and develop their employability skills.
The award can provide them with a greater opportunity to get their desired job upon graduation. There are various activities to undertake to achieve Bronze, Silver and Gold awards and will involve attending workshops and events, uploading your CV for feedback, and completing short online courses in LinkedIn Learning.
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Careers and Employability Support
Career Fairs
Students at all of our campuses can access careers fairs and employability events.
Attend an Event
For example, the Futures Festival is an annual 3 day festival for Institute of Arts students, alumni, enquirers, and applicants. Here, students can attend talks hosted by industry professionals, get involved in networking, and meet local and global employers.
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Careers and Employability Support
Post-Graduation Support
There's a bright future ahead
