2024 Graduate Outcomes Survey

Organisation Location

UK (Excluding Northern Ireland) 16%

North America 29%

EU 36%

Asia & Pacific 12%

5%

Middle East

Africa 1%

South/ Latin America 6%

The data provided offers a significant insight into the global distribution of graduates and their sectoral engagement. With 11% of the graduates working overseas, there is a clear indication of the international mobility that higher education can facilitate. The sectors attracting the most graduates are notably essential to societal development, with Human Health & Social Work leading at 35%. This is followed by the Professional, Scientific & Technical sector, which drew in 16%, reflecting the growing demand for specialised knowledge and skills in the global job market. Education, another cornerstone for progress, engaged 20% of the graduates, underscoring the importance of knowledge transfer and educational roles in international contexts. Geographically, the European Union is the most popular destination, hosting 36% of the overseas graduates followed by North America at 29% and Great Britain at 16%. These figures not only highlight the varied career paths of graduates but also the interconnected nature of the modern workforce. 18