Employability and Graduate Futures
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UU Futures is live! Your new central employability system!
Your new system for jobs, placements and much more
UU Futures is now your central platform for accessing jobs, placements, expert advice, employer connections and careers fairs!
Login now to update and complete your profile, follow employers, view jobs and placements and book an appointment for expert 1-1 career coaching with our Graduate Futures team!
Completing your EDGE Award
Advice for current final year students
If you are a final year student, completing your EDGE / EDGE Excel Award can help you get ahead in your graduate job search. Evidence of skills, motivation, confidence and a commitment to self development are all key requirements across sectors.
The good news is you have plenty of time but our advice is to get ahead with your EDGE Award in Semester 1 before the Semester 2 and final exams and coursework starts to take hold.
The Freelancer Club!
Turn Your Skills Into Cash
Got a skill or passion you could turn into income?
We’re kicking off something big: a new approach to how students are supported to turn their ideas, skills and ambitions into real opportunities. We are launching the all new Freelancer Club with workshops taking place in Belfast and Derry~Londondery
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to: spot your opportunity, find your audience, communicate your value:, get paid what you’re worth, and take your first steps!
Everyone attending will receive a Freelancer Club Academy membership, giving you access to practical courses, resources, tools and ongoing support. You’ll also have the opportunity to book your first one-to-one coaching session to help turn what you’ve learned into action.
Introducing the Ulster Graduate Award
Develop the skills you need and secure the recognition you deserve
For 2026/27 The Ulster Graduate Award will be available to Year 1 and 2 undergraduate students and new Postgraduate students. Current final year will continue with the Ulster EDGE Award.
The Ulster Graduate Award is designed to help you develop the skills you need and get the recognition you deserve. Ranging from volunteering to work experience, sustainability initiatives, additional training and UUSU roles, you can secure recognition for a wide range of experiences.
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