The low starting salary may make it difficult for mature entrants. Relevant experience and strong personal qualities are required. Competition Highly competitive for placements with large employers even for graduates with related exempting degrees. Tips for entry For the private sector, a speculative application with a CV in the beginning of your final year is normal. The RICS Geographical Vacancies Directory is helpful.
Entry is extremely difficult for graduates in non-related subjects.
For the public sector, vacancies are advertised November - January, for graduates in related subjects. None applicable Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies rarely handle vacancies. This Occupational Profile forms part of Prospects Planner , an advanced computer careers guidance program for use in higher education. The data is Careers Services Trust copyright.