International graduates and work in the UK

Before you graduate consider whether you want to look for a graduate job in the UK or whether you would like to find work in your home country. If you want to stay in the UK, research your options carefully. 

Graduate Route

A graduate visa gives you permission to stay in the UK for at least 2 years after successfully completing a course in the UK.

Getting a National Insurance number

Unique to you and needed by an employer before you start working, find out how to get one.

Where do I look for work?

Looking at the different sources of graduate vacancies.

How do I write my previous qualifications from outside the UK? 

Advice and links to help.

How do I give myself the best chance of success?

How to present your best self in the interview process.

Visas and Immigration

The International Student Support team have compiled information for international students on various immigration routes for working in the UK after studies.