Careers advice, workshops, resources and job opportunities

Write an effective CV & covering letter Access MyCareerHub (use Google Chrome)

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Top tips for writing your CV

Check our top tips to make sure your CV stands out from the crowd and showcases your talents, experiences and skills.

Study abroad

Find out how you can study overseas during your time at BU and what benefits a year abroad can have. ...

Work overseas

Learn about the opportunities for working abroad during your studies, with placements and field trips around the world.

On your placement

Find out about important forms, fees, funding, who to contact, including what support is available to you, and other FAQs.

How to shine at interview

Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but with a bit of preparation and practice you can wow potential employers.

Where to find us

Find out how to access the Careers & Employability Service online, in person and over the phone.

Further information

Postgraduate study

Not ready to leave BU yet? Stay for postgraduate study and further enhance your employability. Fee discounts available for BU graduates, as well as scholarships and student loans.

Postgraduate research

Discover our varied postgraduate research degree programmes, find out how to apply and learn about our collaborative and innovative research culture. 

Developing skills

Check out our workshops for Microsoft Office or Adobe Creative. And get access to over 13,000 free courses on LinkedIn Learning which is available to all BU students.

Graduate Outcomes survey

Learning more about where our graduates go after BU can help us improve and tailor our courses

Covid-19 and your career

Everything you need to know about the impact of Covid-19 on your career and how we can support you.

Career Ready with BU podcast

​​Join host Zoe as she chats to BU's career expert Jane, employer and BU graduate Brian and final year student Dee. Their conversation includes how best to prepare for your future career whilst studying, what employers are looking for from a candidate and how the BU Careers team can help.

Events

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Dec
3

Climate Justice Debate Challenge 2022

The Climate Justice Debate Challenge (CJDC) is a national one-day competition and skills development experience, where you will gain knowledge, transferable skills and network with sector experts and students from across the country.

Concert
Dec
3

University Music Concert Band

Enjoy an eclectic mix of music lasting for an hour with the University Music Concert Band at St. Peter's Church.

Dec
5

Sexual Trauma and Recovery Service Drop-in

The STARS drop-in offers support and information for anyone who has been affected by sexual violence. The service is completely confidential, no appointment needed, just drop-in and speak to a member of our team.

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