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  • Where do I look for work?
  • How do I write my previous qualifications from outside the UK? 
  • How do I give myself the best chance of success?

International graduates and work in the UK

Before you graduate consider whether you want to look for a graduate job in the UK or whether you would like to find work in your home country. If you want to stay in the UK, research your options carefully. 

Graduate Visa information

Review guidance from International Student Support on this visa which allows you live in the UK to look for/undertake work after successfully completing a course in the UK.

National Insurance Number

Unique to you and needed by an employer before you start working, find out how to get one.

How to find a job

Useful information, guidance and resources to help you find a job

How do I write my previous qualifications from outside the UK? 

Advice and links to help.

How do I give myself the best chance of success?

Tips to give yourself the best chance of success

Other work visas and immigration routes

Review guidance from International Student Support to learn about other immigration routes for working in the UK after your studies.

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