I got a 2:2 :-(

spring85195

I am sorry to tell you most of the grad program have the automatic filter to fitler out those who do not have a 2.1 or above. I guess you should try some non grad program jobs.

Murtle

If you know the industy/area you want to work in, start looking for all companies in that area that you would like to work at. Then start phoning them and asking them about their grad scheme, if it's worth you applying and how. Explain that you also want to take a year out but wish to get this organised before going. It's tedious and be prepared for knock backs but it should help you get somewhere you like.

Good luck, I got a 2:2 as well but I decided not to do a grad placement, but there were places that were happy for me to go to.

M

Edited to add look on www.monster.co.uk and www.reed.co.uk they both have graduate vacancies, some appear to be graduate jobs though some were for programmes.

niknaks

Very interesting thread - and widely varying attitutes.

I also graduated a few years ago, with a 2:1 (although some may classify my institution as Disney??). I took a Master's last year at a very well respected uni and could not find any difference in the standards.

Anyway, I agree with the majority - once you are in work and have experience the grade of your degree ceases to matter. It is the fact that you have a degree that is key.

What is even more important is your attitude. Like a previous poster, i graduated in English and now work in IT. I went through a graduate training scheme (I enjoyed it for the record). I only applied to the one scheme, and I got on it. Looking back, I can see that what swung it for me was my enthusiasm and drive.

These days, I pour my enthusiasm and drive into thinking up ways of being able to NOT work :-)

Good luck with your applications. If it was me I would apply anyway with a covering letter telling them that they would be wrong to exclude me merely on the grounds of grade.