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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

Be inspired and build your network

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.

  • Schools Liaison Admissions Interviewers (variable hours) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 20/09/2024Location: England – North West. SCHOOLS LIAISON ADMISSIONS INTERVIEWERS (Variable hours) – REF 240908 £14.77 per hour Runshaw College has long been recognised as one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our exceptional results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the […]
  • Sports Therapy Clinical Practice Placement – mind2muscle
    Closing Date: 31/10/2024Location: England – North West. Please note this opportunity is open to  BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy Level 7, SPT4902 students only. Mind2Muscle charity was founded by Charlotte Maria and its head office, Euro House, is based in her hometown of Blackburn, Lancashire. It aims to support many neurological and physical concepts […]
  • Application Developer – Housing – Fixed term 2 years – West Lancashire Borough Council
    Closing Date: 19/09/2024Location: England – North West.Are you ready for a new and exciting challenge?  The Business Transformation and Change Team are pleased to announce the creation of a new and exciting Application developer role. This role is key to the successful delivery of the Our Futures Housing Regulatory Transformation Programme, which […]
  • Schools Liaison Admissions Tutor – 2 Posts (0.6 & 0.4) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. SCHOOLS LIAISON ADMISSIONS TUTOR – 2 POSTS (0.6) & (0.4) – REF 240805 Up to £27,384 p.a. (£16,430 p.a. as a 0.6, £10,954 p.a. as a 0.4) In addition, Runshaw College will contribute up to £5,367 p.a., (£3,220 as a 0.6, £2,147 as a 0.4) […]
  • Early Years Trainer Level 2 to Level 5 (0.4) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. EARLY YEARS TRAINER LEVEL 2 T0 LEVEL 5 (0.4 FTE) – REF 240806 Up to £11,568 p.a. (FTE £28,921 p.a.)                                                    […]
  • Online Reading Volunteer – Doorstep Library
    Closing Date: 13/07/2025Location: Virtual or Homebased.At Doorstep Library, we’re dedicated to bringing the magic of books and the joy of reading directly into the homes of children who need our support.    With 1 in 4 children in the UK leaving primary school unable to read or write properly, we recruit and […]
  • Edge Hill University Careers Fair- Student Assistants – Edge Hill University – Careers
    Closing Date: 01/10/2024Location: England – North West.Please note this opportunity is only open to Edge Hill University StudentsThe Careers Team are recruiting Student Assistants to work at this year’s Careers Fair which takes place on Thursday 17th October. Student Assistants are required to work between 8:00am-4:00pm to support with the event.  Students […]
  • Children's Residential Recruitment Event – Wigan Council
    Closing Date: 24/09/2024Location: England – North West.We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, fun and caring, who understands the needs of children and young people who may have complex needs, a disability or learning difficulties. As you can imagine, children need caring for 365 days a year, so we operate a […]
  • Marketing intern – SOCIAL MEDIA ACADEMY
    Closing Date: 31/10/2024Location: England – North West.This placement is to work with you across marketing for local businesses but with the flexibility to focus on the areas of marketing most suitable for you and your course. We primarily focus on a strategy for our clients and then work through the various tactics […]
  • Compliance Delivery Officer (Asbestos) – West Lancashire Borough Council
    Closing Date: 15/09/2024Location: England – North West.Designated Workplace: 49 Westgate, Skelmersdale, WN8 8LPDesignated Workstyle: Flexible Office Based WorkerSalary: £34,834 to £36,648Post Type: Full TimeHours: 36 per weekTenure: PermanentPublished: Friday 23 August 2024Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 15 September 2024Reference: HR-0098-24   We have a challenging and exciting role for a customer focused individual to join the West Lancashire Borough Council`s Repairs and Servicing […]
  • Compliance Delivery Officer (Fire Safety) – West Lancashire Borough Council
    Closing Date: 15/09/2024Location: England – North West.Designated Workplace: 49 Westgate, Skelmersdale, WN8 8LPDesignated Workstyle: Flexible Office Based WorkerSalary: £34,834 to £36,648Post Type: Full TimeHours: 36 per weekTenure: PermanentPublished: Friday 23 August 2024Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 15 September 2024Reference: HR-0099-24   We have a challenging and exciting role for a customer focused individual to join the West Lancashire Borough Council`s Repairs and Servicing […]
  • Principal Environmental Health Officer (Environment and Housing) – West Lancashire Borough Council
    Closing Date: 15/09/2024Location: England – North West.Designated Workplace: Robert Hodge Centre, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EEDesignated Workstyle: Flexible Office Based WorkerSalary: £48,474 to £51,515Post Type: Full TimeHours: 36 per weekTenure: PermanentPublished: Friday 09 August 2024Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 15 September 2024Reference: HR-0095-24   We have an exciting vacancy for a Principal Environmental Health Officer (Environment and Housing)! The postholder will manage our busy Environmental […]
  • Student Digital Marketing and Communications Assistant – Edge Hill University – Careers
    Closing Date: 29/09/2024Location: England – North West.About the Role In this exciting and flexible role, you will be working with Edge Hill University’s Careers team, supporting them in raising awareness of the work they do and increasing engagement in their services. Students have many things competing for their attention. You will assist […]
  • Volunteering Bulletin August 2024 – Volunteer Centre – West Lancs CVS
    Closing Date: 30/09/2024Location: England – North West.West Lancs CVS support the public in sourcing volunteering local to the Ormskirk area, their August Volunteer Bulletin includes more information.  As a student volunteer you may be eligible for nomination to University Scholarships, and Careers Awards. You will also be able to register for the Careers Extra Edge […]

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