# Careers Service
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## Graduate Careers Stories
Discover where a degree can take you through real stories from our graduates! Find out how they built the skills needed for their careers, landed their first graduate roles, and what a typical day in their working life looks like.
#### Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
- [Jade, PhD in Psychology (Neuroscience and Experimental Psychology), 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/jade/) Started in research and progressed to Head of Customer Success
- [Sophie, BSc Genetics, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/sophie/) Worked in biotech and started a Cancer Research PhD
- [Hannah, BSc Psychology, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/hannah/) Developed digital, critical thinking and research skills, which led to working in user experience
- [Yanna, BSc Psychology, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/yanna/) Joined PwC's emerging technologies schemes, and now works in metaverse consulting
- [Hanna, MSc Clinical Science](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/hanna/) Discovered the NHS Scientist Training Programme during postgraduate degree
#### Faculty of Science and Engineering
- [Ebubechukwu, MEng Chemical Engineering, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/ebubechukwu/) Transitioned into accounting and finance by securing a place on EY's graduate scheme
- [Sarah, MSc Enivoronment, Climate Change & Development, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/sarah/) Earned degrees in Business and Environment and now works for an NGO supporting girls' education in Africa
- [Sofia, BSc Physics, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/sofia/) Works in hydrogen technology and innovation, applying analytical skills, problem-solving and critical-thinking
- [Enrico, MPhys Physics and Theoretical Physics, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/enrico/) Landed a job as an analyst on HSBC's Global Technology Programme
- [Joshua, MSc in Thermal Power and Fluid Engineering, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/joshua/) Wanted to work in the UK as an international graduate and use Master's degree
- [Shamveel, MEng Software Engineering, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/shamveel/) Joined the Barclays Graduate Scheme as a Developer after discovering opportunities through research and careers fairs
#### Faculty of Humanities
- [Katie, BA Modern Language and Business & Management (German), 2022](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/katie/) Knew she wanted to use her language skills after graduating
- [Sofia, BSc International Business, Finance, and Economics, 2022](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/sofia/) Joined Roche Diagnostics Business Graduate Programme, and now works in financial planning
- [Emily, Geography with International Study, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/emily/) Found a role in a sector she didn't know much about
- [Joshua, BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE), 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/joshua/) Graduated in PPE and explored roles in finance, law, and consulting
- [Lauren B, BSc Management (Accounting and Finance), 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/lauren-b/) Works as an Audit Associate at EY, using adaptability, analytical skills, and problem-solving daily
- [Megan, BA Linguistics, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/megan/) Works in communications, applying skills in communication, problem-solving, and time management
- [Ning, MA Social Anthropology, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/ning/) Transitioned from the political sector to human resources to tailor her career to her interests
- [Sharon, BA English Literature, 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/sharon/) Started with a marketing internship to get her foot in the door
- [Yu Zi, BSc Management (Marketing), 2021](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/yuzi/) Developed communication skills and emotional intelligence during degree, which now help as a negotiator
- [Aidan, BSocSc Politics and International Relations, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/aidan/) Joined the National Graduate Development Programme in local government by exploring opportunities and staying flexible about his career
- [Ameen, BSc ITMB, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/ameen/) Landed a job as a Technology Associate at GSK as part of the Future Leaders Programme
- [Anna, MA Humanitarianism and Conflict Response, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/anna/) Found a way into international humanitarian reporting through passion for understanding and responding to global crises
- [Ellicia, LLB Law, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/ellicia/) Moved from working in a non-profit to an administrative role at the University
- [Emma, MA Arts Management, Policy and Practice, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/emma/) Explored the sector through research and volunteering before Master’s which led to a role at Arts Council England
- [Hatty, MA in Humanitarianism and Conflict Response, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/hatty/) Always wanted to teach
- [James, BA Theological Studies in Philosophy and Ethics, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/james/) Considered teaching but chose the Civil Service for its variety
- [Lauren S, BA History, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/lauren-s/) Applied the communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills from a History degree in the tech sector
- [Shentao, MSc in Social Research Methods and Statistics, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/shentao/) Overcame many rejections before securing current job
- [Tsana, MA in Art Management, Policy and Practice, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/tsana/) Works on improving diversity in the creative sector
- [Zina, MSc Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship, 2020](https://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/graduates/graduatecareersstories/zina/) Used adaptability and commercial insight to succeed in the fast-moving e-commerce sector
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