CGC Ebook 4.1 sample

80 char ts

27 subjects

53 industries

166 pages of content

2100 careers to discover

I n f o rm, f ocu s and i n s p i r e

Ebook 4.0

Abou t t he CGC E book

C a r e e r G u i d a n c e C h a r t s

T he Cha r t s

The ebook is designed to help you explore a range of careers based on either Subject or Industry sectors. Each char t shows a range of careers from unskilled jobs through to careers requiring you to study at degree level and beyond. Not all the careers in the sector are shown or all the potential routes you could take with a subject, so it is wor th you speaking to your careers advisor if you have any questions.

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Wha t w i l l I l ea r n Page s

The learning page explores the kind of person you need to be to study the subject in question. This page covers the skills you will develop and the possible careers that studying the subject could lead to.

Nav i ga t i ng t he E book

T he Ou t l ook Page s

Here are the key features of the ebook to help you explore The search bar highlights any word you select. Use this to explore particular pages or jobs you are interested in.

Our outlook page summarises what is happening in the industry at the moment. This is an impor tant page to read as it tells you if the industry is growing, where the oppor tunities are and where the industry will be in the future. Some of the sectors are large, with a wide range of people employed, others are very small and can be very competitive to get in to.

The thumbnail offers a scrolling view of the pages with larger views of each page, a click on the page will take you directly to that page. Press x to hide this feature. To enlargen the image on the screen you can select full screen mode . Any internet seaches selected will reduce the full screen mode allowing you to move between the magazine and your internet browser. The table of contents allows you to scroll through the pages to select the chart you wish to view. Press the X to remove this from view.

Ca r ee r S i t e Page s

Our new version of the ebook now includes 25 major career pages where you can explore some of the careers found on our char ts. We’ve selected some of the best sites as well as other useful web pages in the more section.

Accountancy

Information and Advice

Agriculture

Insurance

Animals Aviation

Investment Banking

Law

Beauty and Hair Building Services Built Environment

Local Government

Marketing and Advertising

Art & Design

Maths

Mobile Apps Motor Industry

Business Administration

Biology

Media Studies

Charity Sector

Outdoors

Business Studies

Music

Childcare

Personal Services

Chemistry

Philosophy

Construction

Pharmaceutical Industry

Countyside and Wildlife

Photo Imaging Police Service

Citizenship Studies

Physics

Cyber Security

Classics

Politics

Dance and Musical Theatre

Print, Publishing and Packaging

Drama

Product Design

Education Engineering

Publishing Recruitment Retail Industry

Economics

Psychology

Equine Industry

English

Religious Studies

Film and TV

Rugby

Fashion and Textiles

Sociology

Finance Football

Sea Careers

Security

Food Technology

Sport

Golf Industry Health Care Horticulture

Social Care Telecoms

Geography

History

Transport and Logistics Travel & Tourism Services

Hospitality and Catering

Information Technology

Hotels

Uniform Services Utility Services

Languages

Housing Association Human Resources

Leisure and Tourism

Career Sites

Explore your career ideas with these helpful websites.

National Careers Service • Government site with information and advice on over 800 careers • Browse job profiles or chat to a Careers Advisor online Careers Wales • Welsh funded career site with 1400 careers to explore • Advice and articles on subjects and options • Sign in for job matching quiz My World of Work • Scottish funded website with A-Z of careers • Funding, learning and job advice • Discover Scottish Industry sector info

Icould • 1000 videos on personal career stories • Buzz personality quiz and articles on a range of subjects Creative Skill Set • Find out about jobs in Film, Fashion, Animation, Gaming and more • Articles, blogs and course information

More…

www.allaboutcareers.com

www.barclayslifeskills.com

www.bestcourse4me.com

Go Construct • Careers and advice on working in the construction sector • Interactive pages on the industry Futuremorph • Career opportunities from science and maths • Quiz and interactive information Discover Risk • Explore jobs and opportunities in the insurance sector • World of risk interactive guide Tomorrow’s Engineers • Inspirational ideas and stories on working in engineering • Blog, resources and robotics schools challenge

www.careersworld.co.uk

www.careerplayer.com

www.careersbox.co.uk

www.careers4u.tv

www.creativepioneers.co.uk

Career Map • Interactive jobsearch for apprenticeships

University of Kent Careers • Graduate careers site

www.notgoingtouni.co.uk

www.purepotential.org

Step into the NHS • Career information on working in the health sector • Quiz to discover your career, case studies and videos

• What can I do with my degree in? • ‘I want to work in’ industry section • Lots of career games and quizzes • Employability tips and advice

www.ucas.com

www.whatuni.com

Career Sites

Explore your career ideas with these helpful websites.

Tech Future Careers • Information and advice on working in IT • Job roles and company insights Career Player • Graduate career site • Career video and pyschometric tests

Moving On • Career magazine with articles and advice • Useful page on upcoming career events

More…

www.army.mod.uk/join

www.ccskills.org.uk/careers

www.getinmedia.com

Seavision • Find out about jobs and careers at sea • From Surf Coach to Warfare Officer Tasty Careers • Find out about careers in food and drink • Interactive map with job descriptions • Industry ambassador roles Grow • Careers and videos on working in horticulture Cybersecurity Challenge • Roles and opportunities on working in Cyber Security

www.gothinkbig.co.uk

Lantra Careers • Explore landbased and environmental careers • From animals to zoology

getintoteaching.education.gov.uk

www.careers.ox.ac.uk

Skillsforcare • Career information and roles in social care • Videos and case studies Careerscope • Explore jobs in hospitality, leisure and tourism Prospects • Careers information website designed for graduates • Job profiles, employer information, jobs with my degree

Autocity • Working in the retail motor industry • Explore trades and professional roles

www.loudmag.co.uk

www.publishers.org.uk/careers- in-publishing

www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment

www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers

www.theguardian.com/careers

Careers in Spor t • Career profiles and jobs in sport

Ar t and Design

How do I get there? A useful first step is to build up a por tfolio of your ar twork. GCSE subjects such as Ar t and Design, Design Technology or Graphics will offer a good star ting point. Schools and colleges also offer Level 2 qualifications in ar t and design subjects as an alternative. Progressing to A levels or a Level 3 Diploma will help you to improve your chances of getting the job you want. To apply for university courses you will usually need to complete a one-year Ar t and Design Foundation Diploma. Some jobs roles will require you to study to a postgraduate level. Alternatively, you could research oppor tunities for apprenticeships, apply for an internship, gain relevant experience from voluntary work or take up an assistant role from which you could progress. What kind of person do I need to be? You’ll need to have a strong creative ability, a passion for your subject and the determination to succeed. You should be resourceful, able to reflect on your working practice and have an awareness of styles and trends. It will also help if you are good at thinking outside the box and have an aptitude for IT. For public facing roles you will need excellent communication skills as well as the ability to research information, give talks and devise creative displays for exhibitions. Elsewhere you may find yourself negotiating with suppliers and customers, providing specialist knowledge or keeping up to date with relevant legislation. Having business acumen in ar t and design is impor tant and in some cases you will need to be capable of managing people, budgets and resources.

What skills will I learn? Different ar t and design disciplines have their own unique skillset but whatever path you choose; you’ll develop your creativity, raise your critical awareness, improve your hand-eye co-ordination and learn to appreciate diversity. You will learn how to under take research, notice details, apply critical thinking, make adjustments and improve your work. What’s more you’ll be encouraged to experiment with ideas, materials and technology as well as apply theories to find a context for your creativity.

Jewellery Maker

Animator

Ar t Editor Illustrator Ar t Therapist

Painter and Decorator

Special Effect Designers

Beautician

Photographer

Sign Writer

Video Editor

Cabinet Maker

Set Designer

Model Maker

Body Ar tist

Adver tising Ar t Director

Film and Photography

Communication

Practical

Ar t Curator

Auctioneer

Ar t Valuer

Sculptor

Painter

Antique Dealer

Ar t Lecturer

Fine Ar t

Sales

Ar t and Design

Fashion and Textiles

Built Environment

Hat Designer Costume Designer

Footwear Designer

Architect Interior Designer

Landscape Designer

Product Design

Graphic Design

Automobile Designer

Web Designer

Exhibition Designer

Mid Weight Designer

Furniture Designer

Packaging Designer Ar tworker

Ergonomist

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Biology

What kind of person do I need to be? Biology is a competitive field so you will need to be passionate about subject. You’ll need to have an enthusiasm for learning and always with a clear goal in mind. Equally impor tant is the desire to keep up to date with developments in your field and to combine the principles of other sciences to better understand your own discipline. On occasion you’ll need to be able to cope with unfavourable conditions and you’ll need to be patient and systematic to get the results you want. Your chosen career path may require you to have a genuine interest in the welfare of people, a concern for the environment or an interest in animal care. How do I get there? To work successfully as a biologist you will need a relevant degree, a master’s qualification or even a PhD. There is a wide range of bioscience degrees on offer and you can specialise in an area that is of interest to you. Other careers in health care, conservation and animal welfare are available through a variety of degree and diploma courses. Alternatively, if you are keen to work in a scientific suppor t role you could study for a Diploma in Applied Sciences, Laboratory Science or Clinical Healthcare Suppor t. A good star ting point is to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English, mathematics and science at Grade C or above.

What skills will I learn? A career linked to biology will help you to develop a range of skills depending on your chosen career. Working in health care you could learn to how make a diagnosis, prescribe treatment, provide care and give reassurance. Careers in animal welfare will also help you to develop medical skills but could also improve your interpersonal skills and your ability to handle conflict. As a scientist you will gain an eye for precision while working in a controlled manner at an appropriate pace. You’ll develop the ability to analyse, organise and present results with a conclusion in mind. You will also learn evaluative writing skills and to debate your findings in a logical and reasoned manner.

Safari Park Keeper

Ecotoxicologist

RSPCA Inspector

Spor t Scientist

Marine Biologist

Microbiologist

Stud Handler

Food Scientist

Vet Surgeon

Zoologist

Vet Nurse

Ecologist

Botanist

Biological Science

Animal Care

Biology

Ear th Science

Practical

Soil Scientist Landscape Scientist

School Lab Technician

Landscape Gardener Tree Surgeon

Game Keeper

Agricultural Scientist

Pest Control Technician

Conservation & Education

Health

Environmental Policy Officer

Medical Lab Assistant Clinical Scientist

Wildlife Education Officer

Homeopath

Countryside Ranger

Adult Nurse

Conservation Officer

Dentist

Doctor

Biology Teacher

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Business Studies

What kind of person do I need to be? Do you like working with people and data? Do you want to set up your own business? Could you see yourself working in accounts, marketing or other business role? Whether you want to be behind the scenes or upfront in leadership or management, businesses need a range of personalities with a variety of skills such as creatives, strategic thinkers, organisers and those with an eye for detail. How do I get there? You could study this subject at GCSE or A level or as BTEC qualification. Business studies opens up a wide variety of degree options for students. You could study the subject exclusively or do a degree in Accountancy, Marketing, Economics, Public Relations, Adver tising, Retail Management, Human Resource Management or you could combine it with other interests. A Level 3 qualification would give you a good foundation to work in the industry or obtain an Advanced Apprenticeship in an operational area like Business Administration, Accountancy, Customer Service or Marketing Communications.

What skills will I learn? You will discover how a business is set up and how it operates. You will gain knowledge on many aspects of a business such as marketing, finance and human resources. You could be working as a team on a business product or service, present a marketing strategy to your colleagues or write about a business theory. In this subject you will develop research skills, make decisions, problem solve, analyse data and explore business ethics. Some courses may involve work experience where you will gain greater understanding of business and improve your skills.

Corporate Investment Banker

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Bank Business Manager

Warehouse Operative

Char tered Accountant

Purchasing Manager

Business Investor

Operations Manager

Financial Analyst

Financing

Production

Sole Trader Company Director

Project Manager Business Planning Manager

Change Management Analyst

Franchise Par tnership

Change Management

Organisation

Business Studies

Marketing

Legislation

Company Secretary

Contract Lawyer

Trading Standards Officer

Data Protection Officer

Brand Manager Customer Insights Manager Media Planner

Online Marketing Specialist

Business Environment

People In Business

Environment Protection Officer

Learning and Development Manager

Health and Safety Officer

Human Resources Manager

Public Relations Officer

Trade Union Official

Economic Advisor

Technical Recruiter

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Chemistry

What kind of person do I need to be? As a chemist you’ll need tenacity and perseverance especially if you intend to work in scientific research. You’ll need to have an analytical mind and be capable of communicating your findings in writing or through presentations. Knowing where your passion lies will help. Do you want to develop new medicines, investigate climate change, protect the environment, or perhaps analyse crime scenes? Your chosen career path could require you to have a genuine interest in the welfare of people, industrial processes or even in preserving works of ar t. How do I get there? To work successfully in the field of chemistry you will need a relevant degree and possibly a master’s qualification or a PhD. Universities offer a wide range of chemistry based degree subjects to suit your area of interest. Equally there are undergraduate courses that have links to chemistry such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, geology and engineering. As an alternative a variety of diploma and apprenticeship routes are available. Depending on your are of interest you could train for a relevant qualification at level 2 or level 3 such as a Diploma in Laboratory Science or a Diploma for Veterinary Care Assistants. A good star ting point is to achieve a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English, mathematics and science at Grade C or above.

What skills will I learn? As with other scientific disciplines, chemistry has the potential to help you acquire a diverse skillset. If you decide to follow a career in scientific research you will learn how to solve problems through creative thinking and systematically record chemical proper ties, events and changes. You’ll also develop the ability to examine and interpret results while evaluating outcomes. In health care you may learn how to make a diagnosis, prescribe treatment or dispense medicines. In other job roles you could be discovering how to teach chemistry, provide veterinary care, manage environmental impact or assess commercial viability.

Cosmetic Scientist Forensic Scientist Flavour Chemist Food Scientist Toxicologist

Environmental Scientist

Meat Hygiene Inspector

Materials Scientist

Agricultural Scientist

Soil Scientist

Vet Pathologist

Metallurgist

Vet Surgeon

Vet Nurse

Geologist

Analytical Chemistry

Ear th Science

Land Based Industries

Chemistry

Biological Sciences

Practical

Pest Control Technician

Microbiology Technician Zoologist Embryologist

School Lab Technician Conservator

Botanist

Photographic Technician

Chemical Industries

Health

Medical Lab Assistant

Chemical Plant Process Worker

Pharmacy Technician

Chemical Engineering Technician

Clinical Scientist

Polymer Technologist

Pharmacist

Regulatory Chemist

Dentist

Chemical Engineer

Doctor

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Citizenship Studies

What kind of person do I need to be? Are you passionate about justice, democracy or community cohesion? Do you want to be an active member of society and campaign on issues that affect you? Do you want to advocate change or help people know their rights? If you can answer yes to any of these, than this subject may well be wor th exploring fur ther. It would be beneficial if you were an active volunteer with a charity, church or community group as this would give context to your studies but it isn’t essential. How do I get there? If you enjoy this subject you could go on to explore some of its content with A level Politics, Sociology, Law, Media Studies or Communication and Culture. There are some citizenship elements in the BTEC in Public Services which can be studied at level 2 and 3 for those who are considering working in uniform services or other public services. At degree level you could focus your studies on any of the subjects mentioned or consider; Media and Communication, International Relations, Community or Social Care. You could end up becoming an Immigration Lawyer, UN Disaster Coordinator, Social Worker, Political Lobbyist or a Diplomatic Service Officer depending on the route you take.

What skills will I learn? This course explores a number of themes including democracy, law, rights and responsibilities of citizens in a modern society and issues such as cohesion, tolerance and respecting difference. You will learn to critique sources of information, debate relevant issues, develop a political literacy on how governments operate, and might take action on community issues that you see. You will learn how to research, evaluate and communicate your understanding of the subject matter as well as apply your learning to different contexts. The subject will also encourage you to develop empathy, team work and problem solving skills.

Char tered Accountant

Parliamentary Assistant

Mor tgage Advisor

Member of Parliament

Debt Counsellor

Trade Union Official

Campaign Intern

Bank Cashier

Policy Officer

Fraud Officer

Finance

Politics

Citizenship

Local Government

Education

Elections Officer Welfare Rights Worker

Housing Officer

Social Worker

Citizenship Teacher Community Education Manager TESOL Teacher Youth Worker

Media

Law

Public Relations Officer

Customs and Excise Officer

Probation Officer

Documentary Maker

Legal Executive

Media Advisor

Junior Clerk

Web Editor

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Classics

What kind of person do I need to be? Do you have an interest in the classical world? Do you want to discover more about their beliefs, culture and ideas on subjects such as war, family, education, love and religion? Could you see yourself working in education, museums, law or media? Do you want to develop your communication skills, analytical ability and independent thought? If yes, then shor tlist classics as a subject you might enjoy. How do I get there? At A level the subject combines well with English literature, history, history of ar t, ancient history or a modern foreign language. To study classics at degree level it would be useful to have a foundation in Greek or Latin. At university you could consider classical studies or combine your interests with subjects such as archaeology, medieval studies, theology and English literature. Undergraduates develop a wide set of skills that are of benefit to employers in the public sector, finance, education, legal and heritage amongst others. Gaining work experience during your studies in a chosen field will give you the confidence when applying for graduate roles. If you want to work in academia you will need to explore a relevant MA or PhD but students also consider vocational courses such as museum studies, teaching, law and accountancy.

What skills will I learn? Classics enriches a student’s understanding of the past and the contributions of ancient writers to modern thought, politics, ar t and literature. You will learn how to analyse ancient texts and how to interpret their impact on modern culture. You will develop research skills, critically evaluate texts and present your arguments in a coherent manner. Studying Latin or Greek will also enhance your linguistic abilities as well as improve your grammar.

Research Assistant

Sign Language Interpreter

Classics Lecturer

European Civil Servant

Classics Teacher

Speech Pathologist

Public Librarian

Lexicographer

Education

Linguistics

Mi5 Intelligence Officer

Parliamentary Intern

Diplomatic Services Officer Civil Servant

Policy Researcher

Public Affairs Consultant

Political Sciences

Government

Classics

Social Sciences

Business

Social Worker

Archaeologist

Social Researcher

Anthropologist

Business Architect

Market Analyst Solicitor

Public Relations Officer

Ar ts

Publishing

Heritage Consultant

Editorial Assistant

Collections Manager

Print Journalist

Theatre Producer

Literary Agent

Archivist

Proof Reader

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What kind of person do I need to be? Having an interest in theatre, plays or acting is a given. If you have had ever wanted to act, build a set or manage stage lighting, this course will give you the oppor tunity to take that interest fur ther. Drama naturally attracts extrover ts who love to per form and are comfor table on the stage. However that doesn’t exclude more introver ted students who could develop their presentation skills, overcome their shyness or learn more about production roles in the ar ts. Drama Studies How do I get there? Drama students can do an A level in the subject after GCSE or focus more vocationally on a diploma course in performing ar ts or technical theatre. Alternatively, a few students opt to enter the work force in entry roles such as apprentice technician, stage hand or usher. There are a range of degree courses in acting, drama and theatre production if you wanted to continue in the subject. You could combine drama with other interests such as English, film or dance. Drama students typically find careers in theatre, education and the media. The skills learnt during your degree are also useful for jobs in business, marketing, hospitality and the leisure industry.

What skills will I learn? Drama studies will improve your confidence with people. You will discover the challenge of working in team through preparing and delivering a per formance. The course will encourage you to reflect on your own work, take positive criticism and analyse the contributions of others. There is both written work and practical exercises. You could find yourself improvising on a theme or writing a drama script. You will have to meet deadlines, organise your work and communicate your ideas with others. Drama can help you develop empathy for others as you examine the complexity of a par ticular character and bring that understanding into your per formance.