Your next steps

Support for final year students 

For students entering their final year of study, it is important to consider your next steps. Some may have a job offer in-hand, others may have ideas in mind but have not yet started to apply for jobs. Perhaps you are looking at self-employment opportunities, considering postgraduate study, or you haven’t decided your next move yet. Whatever your interests, preferences or needs, below is a list of some of the ways Student Futures, LJMU's Careers, Employability and Start-up team, can support you to make a smooth transition from student to professional.  Download our handy guide highlighting the support available to final year students during semester 2 and beyond.


Get 1-2-1 support, attend an event and find graduate opportunities

Get personalised, practical support to secure a job or start a business or freelance

Student Futures events in 2024/25 academic year

Find employment, start-up and paid work experience opportunities


Video resources

Check out the selection of videos to help you decide on your next steps and successfully negotiate the graduate recruitment process.


After you graduate

Accessing Student Futures services as a graduate

Graduate Outcomes Survey

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