There’s never been a more interesting time to be a politics and economics graduate. International affairs continue to dominate the news agenda, with the ongoing bailout talks around the Greek crisis, Isis continuing to cause concern in the Middle East and the UK government pledging to hold a referendum on leaving the EU.
But how can graduates use the expert knowledge and skills gained during their degree to forge a successful career?
The civil service, for example, recruits numerous economists. “Graduates may go on to specialise in a specific branch of their discipline, such as agriculture or industry, but many are sought by insurance companies and financial sectors,â€Â says Margaret Holbrough, careers adviser at Graduate Prospects. “The public and private sectors alike recruit economics and politics graduates, so the opportunities are wide-ranging.â€
These grads are also well paid: Cambridge economics graduates were found to be the highest-paid university leavers, earning more than £30,000 just six months after graduating.
So how can you use your economics and politics degree to get a job? What relevant skills have you gained from your degree? And what careers suit a politics and economics background? Join us on Wednesday 22 July from 1–3pm BST for a live chat with the experts. We’ll be discussing:
Job options for graduates who have studied economics and politics.
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