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Future You is a careers and student advice podcast. From A-level results day to starting your new job, we’re with you every step of the way on your journey to future you.

  1. 1 day ago ·  Bonus

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Job market, flexible degrees and paid internships

    In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   Record university admissions. 262,820 18-year-olds have secured university or college places this year, the highest number ever recorded.  Student loans under the spotlight. A new report claims graduates on newer loan plans could repay significantly more over their working lives.  Guaranteed paid internships. Sheffield Hallam University is promising eligible graduates a paid internship if they're not in work or further study 12 months after graduating.  Is the jobs market improving? After 45 months of declining permanent recruitment, there are signs the UK jobs market could finally be stabilising.  The future of flexible learning. A legal challenge over maintenance loans for weekend-only degree courses has failed, raising questions about whether student finance is keeping up with how people study today.    Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-3rd-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-fozse/  Subscribe for weekly insights on careers, employability, and the changing world of work.  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Job market, flexible degrees and paid internships

  2. 7 Aug ·  Bonus

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | student loan reform, 'super-university' and AI skills

    In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   what the new partnership between the Universities of Greenwich and Kent  could mean for the future of higher education.  why more than 120 MPs are calling for an urgent review of the student loan repayment system.  graduate hiring may be slowing, but demand for AI skills is at a record high.  the government's plans to expand mental health support across England and why it's important for students and graduates.  why more employers are verifying qualifications through Prospects Hedd, and what it means for your job applications.    Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-august-7th-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-zfkof/  Subscribe for weekly insights on careers, employability, and the changing world of work.  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | student loan reform, 'super-university' and AI skills

  3. 5 Aug

    How to prepare for A-level results day

    A-level results day is here again. It can be both exciting and stressful, so this week Nadine Payne, group director of careers, opportunities and progression for the Eastern Education Group joins us to talk through your options, how to navigate the day and when to start celebrating (it’s earlier than you think!).   What to do on A-level results day: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/applying-for-university/getting-into-university/what-to-do-on-a-level-results-day/    Explore clearing: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/applying-for-university/getting-into-university/university-clearing/    Watch our episode on Clearing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCX7KR9COWM&t=995s  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

  4. 31 Jul ·  Bonus

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | More apprenticeships, new technical subjects and a changing job market

    In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:   why technical education could become a bigger part of secondary school   what the government's latest apprenticeship and college funding package means for young people  why the World Economic Forum says qualifications are only one part of becoming employable  how to use university rankings wisely when choosing where to study  why career opportunities are becoming more spread across the UK as flexible working continues to reshape the jobs market.    Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-31st-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-bnz0e/  Subscribe for weekly insights on careers, employability, and the changing world of work.  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | More apprenticeships, new technical subjects and a changing job market

  5. 29 Jul

    How to get a placement year

    This week I'm joined by Kaiyan who shares how he secured a placement year with Enterprise Mobility, the skills he gained, and how it led to a graduate job offer.  Explore internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/internships/  Creative internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/creative-arts-and-design/creative-internships/  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    How to get a placement year

  6. 24 Jul ·  Bonus

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Work life balance, creative careers and redefining success

    In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about: Why graduate opportunities are growing outside London.  New research into the UK's 'always-on' work culture, and why work-life balance should matter when choosing your first job.  Why university places are becoming more competitive in Scotland and what that means for applicants.  How Gen Z is redefining career success, with flexibility and wellbeing becoming just as important as progression.  The financial pressures facing creative professionals and why building digital skills is becoming more important than ever.  Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-24th-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-0dvpe/  Subscribe for weekly insights on careers, employability, and the changing world of work.  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Work life balance, creative careers and redefining success

  7. 17 Jul ·  Bonus

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Salary range, skills and rail jobs

    In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student and graduate should know:  Why salary transparency could change the way you apply for jobs.  How skills-based hiring is reshaping recruitment, and why your transferable skills matter more than ever.  How you can help shape future careers advice for students and graduates.  New opportunities for young people in the UK's rail industry.  Why students are looking beyond university rankings when choosing where to study.  Let Prospect's know what you want: https://online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/c06fb48f-954a-49f0-b048-bfec952e2432 Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-17th-july-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-ilzye/  Subscribe for weekly insights on careers, employability, and the changing world of work.  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

    5 career stories you need to hear this week | Salary range, skills and rail jobs

  8. 15 Jul

    Networking (without feeling awkward)

    Networking isn’t just awkward small talk and exchanging business cards.   In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Rea, Head of strategic relationships and Hedd to break down what networking really means, and why it could be one of the biggest career skills you develop.  Whether you're heading to a careers fair, building your LinkedIn profile, applying for graduate jobs, or simply trying to meet new people in your industry, this episode is packed with practical, actionable, networking tips.  You'll learn:  how to network even if you're shy or introverted   what to say when meeting employers or recruiters   how LinkedIn can help you land opportunities   why networking isn't about collecting contacts   the best places to build professional connections as a student or graduate.   Networking in a digital world: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/the-topic/networking-in-a-digital-world/  --- 📝 Take the Prospects job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ProspectsJisc    📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts

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