Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education

Every year all UK universities record their graduates' destinations six months after they have completed their degrees, through the national Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey (formerly known as the First Destination Survey).

The Higher Education Statistical Agency sets a target for universities to obtain a response from 80% of their graduates, so the results offer a reliable and representative snapshot of graduates' employment.

Universities receive occupations, employers, salaries and locations amongst other information from graduates of each course. This information is often held by the university's careers service.