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Mon 12th October

A student on a laptop sat at a picnic table Your UK career plan for international students
1pm - 2pm
Online
Not sure how to get a job in the UK after your studies? This online session will help you find jobs, understand when to apply, and what UK employers want. We'll also explain graduate jobs, graduate schemes, and how to talk about your visa.

Tue 13th October

Two students talking to each other with their laptops PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Changers
1pm - 2pm
Online
Changing career can feel daunting, but we’re here to help! This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network to make the change a reality.
Students in a teaching room Business for non-Business: How students from any degree can build a Business career
3:30pm - 5pm
To be confirmed
Are you interested in exploring careers in business but not studying a Business-related degree? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals and graduates working across a range of business functions and graduate schemes.
Two students lean on a banister, chatting Law career for non-law students
4pm - 5pm
To be confirmed
Discover how you can apply for law training contracts and how you can train as a lawyer, as a student who isn't studying Law.
Three people talking and walking on pathway PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Developers
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
Are you undertaking postgraduate study alongside your job for professional development, or with the aim of a promotion or professional accreditation? This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network.

Wed 14th October

Two students in the Great Hall STEM Careers Fair 2026
10:30am - 3pm
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
Join us to discover a wide range of career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Connect directly with recruiters who are eager to meet UoB students for graduate jobs, placements, and work experience.

Thu 15th October

Two students chat by autumnal trees Macfarlanes Roadshow
10am - 4pm
Under the arches, Law Building
Macfarlanes invite you to drop by to 'Pick n' Mix' your future in law! They are looking for open-minded and driven people who want to build their careers at the highest level of Private Capital, Private Wealth, M&A and Disputes.
Students with an anatomy model and play doh The Birmingham Award: for College of Medicine and Health
11am - noon
Online
Join this session to learn how the award can support your future, how to get started, and how to work towards The Birmingham Award with Distinction, an optional advanced level of the award. This session has been designed with CMH students in mind.
A student working on a laptop Insight into the Pharmaceutical Sector
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online
Are you interested in the pharmaceutical industry and curious about the diverse career opportunities it offers? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals from various sectors of the pharmaceutical world.
Three people on a construction site Foundations: Construction Law Training
2:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
"Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Mon 19th October

Two students chatting outside Coffee and Careers with Teach First
10am - 2pm
Under the arches, Law Building
Join Teach First, under the Law Arches for a free coffee and careers chat! They'll be on hand with their free hot drinks cart, ready to discuss theirr opportunities and top tips for applying to their Times Top 20 graduate scheme and Taster Programme.
A student worker using a coffee machine Employability Week: Balancing Work and Study panel
3pm - 4pm
Amos Room, Guild of Students
Considering working a part-time job alongside your study? Hear more from students who do. Come prepared with your questions and get to know other students just like you. Book your free ticket now.

Tue 20th October

A camera Employability Week: Professional Headshots
noon - 1:30pm
Social Space, Pritchatts Park
Need a professional headshot for your CV or portfolio? Get one taken for free! There are a limited number of spots available, so reserve your ticket now!
Three students walking down a staircase Get UK work experience for international students
noon - 1pm
Online
Want to find a part-time job, internship, or placement while you study? In this online workshop, you'll learn what work experience you could do in the UK and how to find the right opportunity for you.

Wed 21st October

A busy crowd in the great hall Business & Finance Careers Fair 2026
10:30am - 3pm
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
Discover exciting career paths in business, finance, consultancy and professional services! You’ll have the chance to speak directly with recruiters who are keen to find candidates just like you for graduate roles, placements and work experience.
A student on a laptop Your PhD what next? Understanding what you want from life after PhD
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
This interactive virtual workshop is designed to help you identify your skills and preferences, recognise which of these you most want to use in your future work, and understand what you want from your future work.

Thu 22nd October

Three people on a construction site Foundations: Construction Law Training
2:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
"Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Mon 26th October

A student on a laptop Talk to employers about visas and find sponsored jobs
noon - 1pm
Online
Do you feel unsure when employers ask about visas? This online session will help you learn what to say. We'll explain common employer concerns and show you how to answer with confidence.

Wed 28th October

A staff member speaks to a student at a stall Public Sector & Teaching Careers Fair
11am - 2pm
Employer Training Room (Room G30), Aston Webb Building
Explore career pathways across the public sector and education, including routes into teaching. Gain insight into different roles, training options and the profession, while discovering job and work experience opportunities.

Thu 29th October

Three people on a construction site Foundations: Construction Law Training
2:30pm - 5:30pm
Online
"Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Tue 3rd November

Three students laughing together at a picnic bench PGR Careers beyond academia: How to research your options
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
In this webinar, PGR Careers Adviser Holly will introduce some useful research strategies and resources that you can use to research career options beyond academia, including places to start, using LinkedIn, and inspiration from other PhDs.

Wed 11th November

Students walking through a fair in the Great Hall Law Careers Fair 2026
12:30pm - 3pm
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
Whether you’re aiming to work at a large, global firm, a prestigious London firm, or a small, local practice, you’ll find them all at our Law Fair! Discover employment opportunities including vacation schemes and training contracts for 2028/29.

Tue 17th November

A student writing in a notebook in a study space Making job applications beyond academia: CV & cover letter tips for PGRs
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Learn more about the key differences between academic and non-academic CVs / applications and how to write CVs, cover letter and 'supporting statements' for jobs in sectors other than academia in this interactive webinar.
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