Loughborough’s Careers Network have been invaluable in helping me tailor my applications and showcase my skills to applications for employers with different workshops and one-to-one sessions on my CV and cover letters. They have allowed me to demonstrate myself as employable as I can with the relevant skills and experiences I possessed. The support they offered was one of the factors in my success of gaining a placement year within the industry.

Lecturers are more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the content they teach, which can include setting up one-to-one contact sessions or through email feedback. There was little pressure felt in asking for help if there was something you did not understand from a lecture or tutorial. There are also additional support groups such as the Maths Learning Support Centre, where academics offer support in different math problems you may have, with someone almost always available for you to drop by and get help and guidance on a problem.

The different links the university have with industry, the high standard of teaching that is provided and the advice the careers team offer will allow me to progress with such career. Many companies seek students directly from Loughborough due to the quality of the course and teaching you are given here, with previous graduates taking up engaging positions at this exciting time for the automotive industry.

Different industrial talks that are put on by the Careers Network and the three annual careers fairs that take place on campus allow you to become inspired and engage with employers of your chosen industry, along with understanding other industries. Inspiring you to do your best in your degree and look forward to the opportunities available after your degree.