Soft skills – why they are important and how to develop them
Explore why soft skills matter and how to develop them during your time at St Andrews.
Category: Alumni
What does studying Music at St Andrews do for your career?
In this post, Amy Kinsman, Careers Adviser, explores how engaging with music alongside your degree at the University of St Andrews can support your employability, and how you can articulate that experience in…
Careers Centre support for our alumni just got even better!
As well as providing one-to-one support for up to three years after graduation, the Careers Centre now provides lifelong access to our online tools and resources.
Congratulations Winter 2025 graduates
Find out how the Careers Centre can support you for the next three years.
Graduate Recruitment in 2025: Why the headlines don’t tell the whole story
In this post, Sharon Cant, Assistant Director (Opportunities), explains why the reality is calmer than the headlines suggest and how the Careers Centre can help.
Recruitment Agencies explained: What every student should know
In this post, Lou Murphy, Careers Adviser, provides advice and guidance on how to use recruitment agencies to find a job.
Career Journey Workshops
This year’s Careers Fairs are evolving – and there’s even more to explore, including Career Journey Workshops!
Coffee Connect: Build your network, gain real insights
Discover where a conversation can take you — connect with the St Andrews community through Coffee Connect.
Lauren: My career journey to the House of Commons
In this post, Lauren shares how support from the Careers Centre—through mock interviews and tailored advice—helped her secure a competitive internship and graduate role.
Alexia: Reflecting on my journey as a CV Adviser
In this post, Alexia looks back on her experience as a CV Adviser. She offers a personal perspective on the insights gained and what the role has meant to her.