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Career development and industry links

Take control of your career

At Oxford Brookes, we work with you to help you develop the skills, knowledge and personal qualities you need to advance your professional profile with confidence. 

One of the UK's top 50 universities

Guardian League Tables 2023

Ranked 5th in the UK for teaching

Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023

Among the world’s top universities in 21 subject areas

QS World University Rankings by subject 2024

Industry links to boost your employability

We have hosted a diverse array of over 500 employers, ranging from local businesses to prominent international corporations.

At Oxford Brookes, you will have the opportunity to graduate as a recognised industry professional. We offer work placements, professional knowledge, links to industry, integrated careers guidance and so much more to build your employability.

On some courses, you may be partnered with a mentor from industry. Mentors are an extra helping hand, advising on your career trajectory plans and offering individual careers guidance.

Work placement opportunities

Elevate your postgraduate experience with a transformative work placement opportunity.

On some courses, you will have the chance to participate in a year-long, paid, full-time work placement in a graduate- level position. This exciting opportunity is usually taken in the second year of a two-year postgraduate course, with the support of your mentor and teaching staff.

Meline Gueguen

Level up your skill set

"My placement tutor made sure everything was going alright and she helped me to understand my career goals and evolve my role within the company. I learnt so much about consulting, sales development, management, and about the corporate environment in general - I’d highly recommend a work placement."
Meline Gueguen, MSc International Business Management and Finance
Yan Wai Kwong

Hands-on experience

"I've had three placements so far! I played a crucial role in helping patients recover from injuries, witnessing firsthand the impact of rehabilitation on their lives. I gained even more experience by becoming a student ambassador and joining the physiotherapy society, which has been so insightful!"

Yan Wai Kwong, MSc Physiotherapy

Study while you work

With our flexible postgraduate courses, you can pursue advanced studies while continuing to work. Gain a competitive edge in your field by acquiring the latest knowledge and skills, all while staying connected to the ever-changing dynamics of the professional world.

Careers support

Our free careers service is available throughout your course, and for three years after you leave. Tailored, expert advice and practical support helps our students develop their career - or launch a new one. We offer:

  • workshops for future leaders

  • one-to-one drop-in sessions with careers coaches
  • tailored workshops for research students
  • practical advice on CV writing, writing job applications and interview skills
  • an online vacancy service promoting major graduate recruitment programmes
  • workshops on popular issues, such as job searching, starting your own business and planning an academic career
  • careers fairs and themed events with different employers
  • a specialist careers coach for international students
  • continuing professional development advice once you have left Oxford Brookes.

Specialist career support

Specialist career support

Ensuring that you find the right job once you graduate.