Careers in... It can be hard to imagine what career path you might follow after completing your degree. This section will give you an idea of just some of the future careers that our programmes could make possible for you.
ENERGY AND POWER INDUSTRIES Comprising of the petroleum, gas, electrical,
Geography Within our Department of Geography there are a range of subjects to help students develop an in-depth knowledge of the scientific issues underpinning environmental change and ecosystem dynamics. Chemistry If you are passionate about the environment and see your future career in this area, you will get the opportunity to undertake project work with staff developing clean water and sustainable forms of energy. Physics Our Physics programmes give you the framework to describe and understand energy and power production, and the tools to use the power of mathematics to solve technical problems. The core areas and the practical work we offer prepare you well for a career in this industry. Our graduates have gone on to work as:
renewable and alternative energy industries, this sector is fundamental to social and economic infrastructures. We offer a range of programmes aimed at preparing graduates for a variety of roles in this dynamic and rapidly growing sector: Power Engineering and Sustainable Energy This postgraduate programme places a strong emphasis on state-of-the art semiconductor devices and technologies, advanced power electronics and drives, and advanced power systems allowing graduates to extend their technical knowledge and fast-track their career. Law in the Energy Sector Within the expanding energy sector, legal professionals are required to deal with diverse topics such as intellectual property rights for new oil and gas technologies, complex joint venture contracts, and compensation regimes for pollution liability. Our LLM in Oil, Gas and Renewable Energy Law presents students with the opportunity to gain expertise in this vital and rapidly changing area. Materials Engineering Our Materials Engineering programmes equip graduates to be 21st Century engineers prepared to meet the environmental challenges of industry and society by developing innovative and novel technology, in collaboration with industry, that transforms buildings into power stations by enabling them to generate, store and release their own solar energy. Our Materials Science and Engineering programmes will give you knowledge on the structure, mechanical performance and functional properties of materials that can be applied in the energy sector.
MATHEMATICS STUDENTS HAVE HIGH EMPLOYABILITY PROSPECTS AND GOOD EARNING POTENTIAL WITH GROSS EARNINGS 50% MORE THAN MOST GRADUATES
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TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS Playing a critical role in any economy, this sector encompasses a range of jobs that ensure the smooth delivery of goods and services: Languages Vital in ensuring that communications on a global scale are effective and understood, a languages degree gives you the confidence to conduct business in a language other than your mother tongue. Mathematics and Economics Within any company, the analysis and monitoring of any numerical data is vital – be it long term financial predictions, risk analysis or identifying trends. We offer a range of Mathematics and Economics programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level which will equip students with these skills. Our BSc Actuarial Science programme brings together
mathematical, statistical and financial techniques to minimise financial risk in areas such as commerce, insurance, finance and government. Operations and Supply Chain Management Open to students from any background, our MSc Management (Operations and Supply Management) gives students an understanding of how the effective management of resources and overcoming challenges in supply chains can transform a business operation. Our graduates have gone on to work as:
• Nuclear Engineer • Petroleum Engineer • Civil Engineer
• Solicitor • Surveyor • Geographical Data Processor • Development Manager
(UK 2019 report) £30,854 AVERAGE STARTING SALARY FOR ENGINEERING
• Transport Manager • Operations Manager • Project Manager • Risk Analyst
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