Experience Pre-entry experience is not needed Although vacation work in the industry may improve your chances. Good IT skills are necessary. Some companies also require good A-level grades in relevant subjects. Age implications Entry problems may be encountered from early 40s to early 50s Mature graduates are accepted, however you will need to be physically fit. Competition Highly competitive.
Demand is dependent on the price of oil and on government fiscal policy.
There has been a long-term decrease in demand. Tips for entry Try to get some work experience before your final year by writing speculatively to employers. Find out about postgraduate courses and apply before Easter. Research potential employers thoroughly. Job applications are usually made during the Autumn term, in good years employers make campus recruitment visits, or write speculatively.