Programming, Systems Analysis, Software and Games
| Gradcracker |
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Gradcracker - is the careers website for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) university students. With over 200 employers advertising at any one time, there are more STEM work placements and graduate opportunities on gradcracker.com than on any other careers website in the UK. |
| Prospects job profiles: Programming, Systems Analysis, Software and Games |
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The link below will take you to a list of detailed profiles from prospects.ac.uk. The profiles contain information about what specific roles involve, entry requirements, work experience and career prospects. |
| CV tips from Google |
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This short video offers advice on creating a CV for IT jobs that require experience using specific technical skills. |
| Discover! Creative Careers |
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Links to information on a wide range of careers in the creative industries. |
| Bubble Jobs |
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Search for the latest Digital jobs. Job sectors featured include: Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Content and Copyrighting, Social Media and Online PR, Project Management and Software/ Website Development. |
| Otta - explore tech jobs and internships |
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Search for current tech internships and jobs at organisations of various sizes. |
| Institution of Analysts and Programmers (IAP) |
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Britain's leading professional organisation for people who work in the development, installation and testing of business systems and computer software. Website includes a careers section. |
| ScreenSkills: Games |
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Information on career roles in this area and the skills required to be successful. |
| Games Jobs Direct |
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Search for current opportunities in the Games industry across the world. |
| Grads in Games |
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Information and resources to help you explore career options in the Games industry. |
| How to get into the video games industry (Prospects) |
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A short video featuring a professional in the video games industry offering advice on starting a career in this sector. |
| The Scottish Games Network |
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Organisation representing Scotland's video games and interactive industry. Their website has details of current job opportunities and a directory of companies and freelancers. |
| British Computer Society (BCS) |
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The British Computer Society (BCS) is the leading body for those working in IT as well as the qualifying body for Chartered IT Professionals (CITP). Comprehensive careers section with lots of advice, including how to get started and career progression. |
| E&TJ - Engineering and Technology Jobs |
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Search for current opportunities in Engineering and Technology (site maintained by IET). |
| Engineeroxy |
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Academic vacancies in Engineering and Technology at universities across the world. |
| Trainee Finder - gain work experience in the creative industries |
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A service offered by Creative Skillset which matches you to paid work placements in the animation, film, games, TV and VFX industries. Check their website for details of eligibility and how to register. |
| Grow your Technical Skills with Google |
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This resource contains links to online exercises and learning materials to develop your Programming skills. There are separate links for different levels of ability. |
| UKIE (The Association for UK Interactive Entertainment) |
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UKIE is the only trade body for the UK's games and interactive entertainment industry. Their website is a good way to keep up-to-date with developments in this industry. |
| Cracking the Coding Interview |
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189 programming questions with solutions to help with preparation for Software Engineering job applications.
You will find this book in the Careers Service library on the second floor of the Hub. |
| A Career in Coding (Jolt) |
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Information on career options in Coding: Front-End Developer, Back-End Developer and Full-Stack Developer. |
| Code First Girls |
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Free coding courses for women. There is also information on career paths. |
| "From Aberdeen to..." alumni story - Scarlet Jeffers (Cybersecurity) |
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The University of Aberdeen boasts a fantastic array of alumni working in diverse industries across the globe. In this article Physics graduate, Scarlet Jeffers, talks about her experience studying at Aberdeen and career path to date. |
| Creative Pathways - information on Creative Careers |
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Information on career options in the creative sector with advice on skills and links to further useful resources. |
| ScreenSkills: Your career |
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Explore resources designed to help you start or progress your career in film, TV, animation, VFX or games. There are career profiles as well as advice on training, funding and qualifications. |
| EqualEngineers Student Hub |
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Online platform for collaborating and networking with Engineering and Technology students from around the world. |
| BAFTA Guru |
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Career advice from professionals working in film, games and television. |
| Remote Tech Jobs |
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Search for current IT vacancies that are suitable for home working. |
| Becoming an IT Contractor (Contractor Umbrella) |
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Advice on the benefits of becoming a contractor and how to find work. |
| TechKnow.Online |
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Articles to help you stay up-to-date with developments in IT. |
| Bright Network career path guide: Technology and IT infrastructure |
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Information on career options within this sector, skills required, qualifications and employers. |
| BAFTA Scotland |
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BAFTA Scotland runs a comprehensive and varied events programme, including a Career Close-Up programme. |
| Arts, culture and media jobs |
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Search for jobs in theatre, music, museums, dance, marketing and PR, visual arts, media and culture. |
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