Career News & Insights
Explore the latest career news, graduate employment updates and practical insights for university students and recent graduates.
From internship trends and apprenticeship routes to employer updates and advice on entering the job market, Student Times helps you stay informed as you plan your next career step.
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Friday, August 14, 2026
More young people are considering living with their families while studying as the cost of accommodation and everyday university life becomes an increasingly important factor in deciding where to study.
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Friday, August 14, 2026
More than 26,000 university and college courses are available through Clearing following A-level Results Day, giving students who missed their original offers thousands of alternative options for this autumn.
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Friday, August 14, 2026
More than a quarter of a million UK 18-year-olds have secured a university or college place following this year's results, setting a new record for higher education admissions.
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Friday, August 14, 2026
Rising living costs are pushing students towards credit cards and overdrafts, with new research suggesting that some graduates are still paying off personal debts from their university years well into their thirties and forties.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
New research suggests that taking out a student loan can shape attitudes towards debt long after university, with 39% of students and graduates saying the experience made borrowing feel more normal.
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
Nearly half of medical students would feel uncomfortable raising concerns within their medical school, according to a new report from the British Medical Association.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
The former Mayor of Greater Manchester has entered Downing Street promising to tackle the cost of living and change the way Britain is run. Students and young people will now want to know whether they are included in those plans.
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Thursday, July 16, 2026
Britain’s rail industry has launched a new commitment to help more young people secure jobs, training and career progression across the sector.
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Friday, July 10, 2026
The BMA and British Dental Association have warned that £16.7 million in funding cuts for medical and dental academics could damage university teaching, healthcare research and the future NHS workforce.
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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Students and recent graduates are being reminded that graduate recruitment does not end after the autumn application season.
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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
From engineering and technology to finance and the public sector, some of the UK's biggest employers are opening applications for graduates starting their careers in 2026 and 2027.