Key Points
- What kinds of universities are there in the US?
- How do you apply to study in the US?
- Is it possible to transfer credits from a university in my home country to a US university?
A personal statement is an essay about yourself that is usually included in a university application. Writing a personal statement can seem like a daunting task, but the main thing to remember is that you should aim to show why you want to study at your chosen university, what experiences you have in the subject you have chosen and any extracurricular activities you’ve taken part in.
It’s true that you must first look at the teaching and learning facilities that a university offers when choosing which one to attend, but it doesn’t hurt to scroll through some images of the campus too, to see if it fits the environment you’re looking for. Here at Times Higher Education Student we have done some of this research for you and compiled a list of the European universities that have spectacular architecture and plush green spaces that should not be ignored.
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Although many law graduates pursue a career as a solicitor or a barrister, there are several other logical career paths that are available to those with a degree in law. The public sector, politics, business and education are other areas where a law degree can lead to an interesting career.
Graduates with a degree in aerospace engineering can go on to work in many industries including technology, engineering, data safety and data science. With skills in engineering, mechanical science and data analysis, these graduates can solve technical problems and apply their knowledge across many job roles, including:
As expected, many students of education degrees wish to enter a career teaching children or adults. However, not everyone chooses to become a teacher. As you complete your degree, you may find that other aspects of education interest you more. Or perhaps you may want to work in civil service or business.
A degree in chemical engineering combines knowledge of chemistry, mathematics, physics, economics and biology, providing students with a variety of skills. Graduates can apply their training in experiments, design, calculations and communication to many industries.
Graduates with a media and communications degree have a variety of career paths available to them. Many graduates follow a career centre stage or behind the scenes due to their deep understanding of audiences.
Some common careers for media and communications graduates include:
Mechanical engineering graduates can use their numerical and computer skills to enter careers in several fields including finance and management.
Some common careers for mechanical engineering graduates include: