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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

Graduates with social science degrees progress into careers in a variety of sectors. Employers value the knowledge and skills that are developed on these programmes. Graduates have a strong knowledge and understanding of social, cultural, psychological and political issues and the ability to apply this knowledge to many different settings. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Roles and careers with a degree in sociology

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Explore the career paths of other EHU social sciences graduates

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Need help deciding?

View our career discovery tools to begin your career planning journey and plan for your future. 

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work or undertaking a placement to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try-out career paths to see what you enjoy and it’s a good fit for you.

What skills do I need?

Find out more about our graduate attributes and the skills graduate employers look for

How can I develop my skills?

Ways you can develop your skills and enhance your employability offer to future employers

How can I gain experience?

Information about placements, volunteering and work-based learning

Interested in a work placement?

View current placement opportunities for EHU students studying FAS subjects

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning pathway to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal or placements on InPlace.

Online learning pathway – Job Searching Find opportunities on our vacancy portal Search and apply for FAS placements on InPlace

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

CV and application advice Online learning pathway – Making applications Review your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led learning pathway.

Interview advice Online learning pathway – interviews and assessments

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

Practice online tests at Graduates First Practice interviews at Shortlist Me Book a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and advice Complete our online learning pathway – Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to students of Social Sciences. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Youth Project Leader – ReachOut
    Closing Date: 05-Aug-2024Location: England – North West.Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion   ReachOut is committed to being an inclusive and diverse organisation, and we live by our core Character Strengths of Fairness, Good Judgement, Self-Control and Staying Power. We therefore welcome applications from people of all ethnicities, ages, religious beliefs, gender identities, […]
  • Support Worker – Eden Futures
    Closing Date: 03-Jun-2024Location: England – North West. **Please note that Eden Futures is not able to offer Sponsorships at this time.** Are you a compassionate and driven individual looking for a career that makes a real difference in people's lives? At Eden Futures, we are dedicated to empowering those with learning disabilities, […]
  • 2025 National Detective Programme – Police Now
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: England – Greater London.,England – South West.,England – Yorkshire and the Humber.Job title: 2025 National Detective Programme Salary: From £28,551 Contract: Permanent Programme length: Two years Location: England and Wales Programme start date: March 2025 Police Now is a not-for-profit organisation, our central mission is a representative police service. We partner with forces […]
  • Case Builder – Merseyside Police HQ
    Closing Date: 17-May-2024Location: England – North West.Case BuilderCriminal JusticeMerseyside Police Headquarters, Rose HillPermanentGrade D – £27,789-£29,874   Merseyside Police Are you looking for an exciting new challenge that will allow you to demonstrate your skills and share your experience within a fast-paced and dynamic working environment?  At Merseyside Police we understand that […]
  • Project Coordinator – Charityworks
    Closing Date: 20-May-2024Location: England – Greater London.Job description Working at Koreo Koreo is Charityworks' parent company. We are a learning consultancy dedicated to imagining and building a better world. We work across civil society to help everyone experience the transformative power of radical learning. Since 2004, we have become one of the […]
  • Public Engagement Support Officer – Locate Isle of Man
    Closing Date: 14-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.About the role We are seeking a conscientious and creative individual with excellent communication skills to join our team within the Isle of Man Constabulary as a Public Engagement Support Officer where you will be responsible for creating, implementing and delivering all internal and external communications for the […]
  • Contact Resolution Officer – 999 Call Handler – Merseyside Police
    Closing Date: 31-Jul-2024Location: England – North West. JOB DESCRIPTION Find your calling….. Are you looking for an opportunity to keep your community safe? Being a 999 and 101 Contact Resolution Officer can be challenging and no two days are the same. Whether it’s taking a report of a missing person, responding to […]
  • Teacher of Religious Education – St Ninian's High School – Locate Isle of Man
    Closing Date: 08-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.About the role St Ninian’s High School is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic teacher who can confidently and competently teach RE at Key Stage 3, GCSE and potentially A Level. The role will provide you with an interesting and rewarding position within the framework of a strong and important […]
  • Registered Adult Nurse – Outpatient Department – Locate Isle of Man
    Closing Date: 22-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.About the role We are seeking enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our dynamic and supportive team within the Outpatient Department at Noble’s Hospital on the beautiful Isle of Man. In this varied role, you will contribute to the day-to-day running of the Outpatient Department and have the opportunity to […]
  • Newly Qualified Supervising Social Worker – Excel Fostering
    Closing Date: 30-Jun-2024Location: England – North West.Start your Social Work Career with Excel Fostering! Home based with travel to the Blackpool / Burnley office. Excel Fostering is a small, established, independent fostering agency operating across the North West, Lancashire and Cumbria. We provide safe, secure, loving homes to the children in our […]
  • Logistic Supplier Apprenticeship – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.The RAF can't operate without supplies of fuel and equipment. As an RAF Supplier you will be a vital part of all RAF operations in the UK and worldwide. You will be responsible for the management of RAF assets; from storage to distribution, ensuring the right kit gets […]
  • Air And Ground Steward Apprenticeship – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Air & Ground Steward you will have fantastic opportunities to travel the world. In your first tour you will work as Cabin Crew on the Voyager aircraft and later as part of our Specialist Field catering Squadron or work alongside industry partners in Military dining […]
  • Registered Nurse Adult – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Nurse, you will be providing direct nursing care in a variety of different clinical settings.  After Basic Training you will be assigned to work within one of the Joint Hospital Groups (JHGs) or alternatively the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine (RCDM). Typical responsibilities include: Aeromedical Evacuation […]
  • RAF Chef Apprenticeship – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Can you stand the heat? Then get into the kitchen as an RAF Apprentice Chef. As a chef in the RAF, you will have a varied role, preparing food at five-star themed banquets one day and cooking in the field the next. Once fully trained you will have […]
  • Engineer Officer – Aerosystems – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an Aerosystems Engineer Officer you will manage the maintenance and operation of the RAF's cutting-edge aircraft and supporting technology. What will you do? Ensure aircraft are ready to fly at all timesProvide engineering management for RAF aircraft maintenanceOversee the safety of munitions and other explosive materialsSetting, influencing […]
  • Nursing Officer – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an RAF Nursing Officer, you’ll be both a commissioned officer and a nurse. That means you will be trained to show leadership and management skills in a team environment, as well as providing excellent standards of nursing. Nursing Officers provide the highest standards of patient care and […]
  • Cyberspace Communication Specialist – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are at the heart of everything we do, nothing starts without them. Imagine a world without your mobile phone, WiFi or social media. Imagine a world where you can’t trust that someone isn’t reading your personal messages. Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are responsible for […]
  • People Specialist – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.Your role as a People Specialist in the RAF will be diverse, exciting, and highly rewarding. Wherever the RAF is operational, there is a People Operations team ready to provide a professional service to personnel of all specialisations. In the People Specialisation you will be undertaking roles such as: […]
  • Engineer Officer – Communications Electronics – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As an Engineer Officer (Communications Electronics) you are responsible for leading the engineering activity that supports the RAF’s vast array of information technology, strategic communications services, satellite communications, air defence RADARs and the latest generation aircraft engineering and mission support systems. What will you do? Be ready to […]
  • Vehicle and Mechanical Equipment Technician – Royal Air Force
    Closing Date: 31-May-2024Location: UK Nationwide.As a Vehicle and Mechanical Technician, you will keep the RAF on the move by carrying out repairs and adjustments on a range of land-based vehicles and equipment. You will maintain and repair a diverse fleet of specialist airfield support equipment like ground power and hydraulic supply units […]

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