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Employability and financial benefits of HE<\/h1>\n

The benefits of higher education can last a lifetime. Here, we list some of the employability gains and financial benefits of studying at higher education.<\/b><\/p>\n

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A degree level qualification may be required for a career<\/h3>\n

You may already have a clear idea of what career path you would like to take in the future which is great! Remember that some professions require you to have a qualification in a specific subject before you can go on to do that job. These include careers like being a doctor, dentist, architect or teacher.<\/p>\n

Not sure if the career you would like requires you to go into HE? No worries,\u00a0check out the National Careers Service website to search for your chosen career!<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Gain work experience through placements<\/h3>\n

There are loads of opportunities to gain work experience even whilst you\u2019re still studying. Whether they are summer internships, placement years or voluntary roles, there is something for everyone to make the most of your time in HE. Throughout your studies, you will connect with loads of other students, academics and professionals in your chosen field so you\u2019ll have lots of people to give you advice and guidance.<\/p>\n

Don’t just take our word for it! Listen to Freya talk about her placement year in France and how it benefitted her:<\/p>\n