Student career skills

Get the best start to your career

Preparing you for working life after your degree is at the heart of everything we do at the University of Strathclyde International Study Centre. This continues when you progress to your degree, where you'll benefit from practical, real-world learning and gain skills that will impress employers when you graduate.

Employment-focused learning at the International Study Centre

The job market for graduates can be very competitive so it is essential that you stand out from the crowd in your field. You will start to gain the skills for career success at the International Study Centre with a variety of learning opportunities to develop your employability skills, including self-assessment, business/industry research, individual and group work.

Through these activities you will identify your personal qualities and strengths. You will build your confidence by developing key employability skills, such as problem solving, teamwork, time management and communication. Finally, you will receive help to create a personal development plan to work on when you progress to the University. Our tailored support will helping you achieve your career goals when you graduate from the University.

Work experience while you study

You will also have the opportunity to build up work experience through part-time employment or a work placement during your pathway programme or degree. Find out more about working rights as part of your visa. 

Opportunities at the University

The University of Strathclyde creates degree programmes that are relevant to the real world and give you the best possible start to your career after you complete your degree. Each university faculty has strong connections within industry who help students to become graduates that are ready for the workplace. Many degree programmes at the University are fully accredited by professional institutions.

You will have access to one-to-one Careers Service support at the University of Strathclyde throughout your degree and for up to five years after graduation. You’ll take part in careers advice and guidance sessions that help you achieve your career goals, and you’ll be able to network with employers and industry professionals.