Education | 10 most employable degrees in the UK

As the UK job market hits ultra-competitive levels, it might feel like any degree at all is likely to help your candidates score a top job. However, not all degrees are created equal, as research from Fresh Student Living reveals that certain roles are far more likely to result in an applicant being snapped up by an eager employer.

The top 10 most employable degrees:

Degree/Course

Rate of Employability

Medicine and Dentistry

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