UK job market guide
Get your head around the UK labour market and its implications for school leavers making decisions about careers or higher education. We look at skills shortages, links between pay, qualifications and employment, and gender differences.
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Future jobs in demand
It’s impossible to predict the jobs of the future, but our round-up of relevant trends and reports will help you on your way.
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Gender differences in the job market
Say goodbye to stereotypes. There are differences on average in the careers and educational paths that attract males and females but there’s no need to follow the herd.
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Using job market data: dos and don'ts
Job market data can tell you about employment trends but not which careers you personally could succeed in. Here’s how to put labour market information in context.
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Do graduates earn most?
Graduates tend to have higher earnings than workers whose highest qualifications are apprenticeships or A levels. However, this isn’t always the case.
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Careers with skills shortages
Some jobs are better than others if you want employers fighting over you. We outline which types of workers are most in demand in the UK.
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