Now that you have graduated from university and it is natural that you might feel a little lost about what to do with your degree.

Perhaps you want to start looking for a job, but are not sure what jobs are open to you. Or perhaps you've thought about further study, but are unsure whether you need further qualifications.

These are common issues. The key to identifying and securing the job or further study is to plan and think about the realistic options that are open to you.

There are several ways that you could start your search for a suitable option. Firstly you may look at what would suit you as an individual, this will include aspects such as personality traits, the type of working environment you see yourself being happy in and where in the country you would prefer to be located.

It may also be helpful to think about what skills, attributes, qualifications and work experience you have to offer to a potential employer.

The second possibility is to gather information about the various career areas graduates in your subject go into. This may bring up some ideas that you haven't thought about before.

It may be a good idea to look at both your own interests and what other people have chosen to. Maybe there will be some overlaps. Remember, except in some specialist areas, few degree courses limit what you can do in your future career.

It's probably only once you have a clearer idea of your job options that you can really decide whether you can apply straightaway for a job or whether you need to undertake further study.

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