Career Planning and Awareness in Psychology Undergraduates

Abstract

The relationship between higher education and the labour market has been emphasised throughout educational policy and pedagogic literature. However, the labour market has become increasingly competitive, highlighting the importance of effective career planning. Perceptions of the labour market and career service usage were investigated in psychology undergraduates at one post 1992 English university. There was a low level of career service usage amongst undergraduates, and a considerable number of students were unaware of the facilities available. Degree route (generalised or specialised psychology) and year of study were not related to perceptions of the labour market or career service usage.