Every subject you study at school can open the door to a wide range of future careers. The Careers by subject A–Z Subject guide is designed to help you explore how each subject connects to real-world jobs, further education, and training pathways. From traditional professions to emerging industries, your subjects develop skills that are valued across many sectors.
By exploring careers linked to each subject—from Art and Biology to Mathematics and Technology—you can begin to understand how classroom learning translates into practical skills such as problem-solving, creativity, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking. This resource highlights the variety of roles available, the types of employers who value each subject, and how different subjects can be combined to support your career goals.
Whether you are starting to think about your future, choosing GCSE or post-16 course options, or simply curious about where your interests could lead, the Careers by subject A-Z section is here to support informed decisions and inspire confidence in your next steps.
Art Careers
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/1/Art-Design
Careers in art, fashion and design - Careers - BBC Bitesize
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/job-profiles/arts-crafts-and-design
https://www.allaboutcareers.com/careers/industry/art-design
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Arts & crafts : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Design : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Fashion & textiles : What's this about?
11 Art Careers for You To Explore (With Salaries) | Indeed.com UK
Computing Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/877/what-is-computer-science-computing-jobs
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/28/IT-The-Internet
https://targetcareers.co.uk/career-sectors/it-and-technology
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Data & network : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Social media : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Software & systems : What's this about?
Jobs that use Computing and ICT - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Creative iMedia Careers
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/5/Advertising-Marketing-Public-Relations
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/25/Retail-Merchandising
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/33/Publishing-Media
https://targetcareers.co.uk/career-sectors/media
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-categories/creative-and-media
English and Literacy Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/187/Why-Study-English-Language-and-Literature%3F
Jobs that use English and Drama - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Careers and Vacancies | National Literacy Trust | National Literacy Trust
Food Preparation and Nutrition Careers
http://www.careersinfoodanddrink.co.uk/
Jobs that use Food and Nutrition - Careers - BBC Bitesize
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/job-profiles/catering-services
Geography Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/393/Careers-in-Geography-Where-Can-Geography-Take-You%3F
http://www.rgs.org/OurWork/Study+Geography/Careers/Careers+with+geography.htm
http://www.rgs.org/OurWork/Study+Geography/Going+places+with+geography.htm
https://www.thoughtco.com/geography-jobs-and-careers-1434398
Jobs that use Geography, History and Religious Studies - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Health and Social Care Careers
National Careers Service Health Careers
National Careers Service Care Careers
7 Jobs in Health and Social Care | Health and Social Care Career Paths
Careers | Care Homes | Care UK
Our apprenticeships | Careers | Care UK
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Medical : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Social care : What's this about?
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Therapy : What's this about?
History Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/391/Careers-in-History-Where-Can-History-Take-You%3F
https://www.allaboutcareers.com/index.php?/campaigns/what-can-i-do-with-a-history-degree
Jobs that use Geography, History and Religious Studies - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Careers in History / Historical Association
https://www.history.org.uk/student/resource/2914/careers-in-history
18 careers for history lovers (with duties and salaries) | Indeed.com UK
https://www.graduate-jobs.com/degree/history
28 Careers for History Lovers | Indeed.com
Maths Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/186/Why-Study-Maths%3F
http://www.mathscareers.org.uk/
Jobs that use Maths - Careers - BBC Bitesize
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/770/what-are-stem-subjects
7 popular mathematics degree jobs (With examples and salaries) | Indeed.com UK
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Maths : What's this about?
Music Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/398/Careers-in-Music-Where-Can-Music-Take-You%3F
http://www.careersinmusic.co.uk/
https://www.ukmusic.org/skills-academy/careers-advice/
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/job-profiles/performing-arts-broadcast-and-media
https://www.ukmusic.org/equality-diversity/jobs-opportunities/
Performance and Expressive Arts Careers
https://www.allaboutcareers.com/careers/career-path/acting-drama
https://www.ucas.com/job-subjects/drama-music-and-performing-arts
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/job-profiles/performing-arts-broadcast-and-media
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/performing-arts-dance-drama
Jobs that use English and Drama - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Physical Education Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/562/Why-Study-Physical-Education-PE-%3F
https://www.allaboutcareers.com/careers/industry/sport-recreation
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/course-directory/course-details?courseid=53993794
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Sports : What's this about?
Careers in sport - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Photography Careers
Photographer | Explore Careers | National Careers Service
32 Careers in Photography | Indeed.com
10 Profitable Careers in Photography Worth Considering
Photographer job profile | Prospects.ac.uk
Religious and World Views Careers
Jobs that use Geography, History and Religious Studies - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Science Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/770/what-are-stem-subjects
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/job-profiles/science-and-research
http://www.sciencecareerpathways.com/a-z-of-roles/
Careerpilot : Job sectors : Science : What's this about?
https://targetcareers.co.uk/career-sectors/science
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles
https://www.thebigbangfair.co.uk/whats-on/useful-websites/
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/34/Science-Research
Careers in science and technology - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Technology Careers
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/335/Why-Study-Design-and-Technology%3F
https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/770/what-are-stem-subjects
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/2/Engineering
https://faraday-secondary.theiet.org/careers/
https://successatschool.org/careerzonesummary/26/Manufacturing-Industry
https://targetcareers.co.uk/career-sectors/engineering
Jobs that use Design and Technology – Careers – BBC Bitesize
Careers in science and technology - Careers - BBC Bitesize
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Careers
Find out more about STEM careers using the links below.
Careerpilot : Job sectors : STEM : What's this about?
Careers in science and technology - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Careers in Science
Science and research | Explore careers (nationalcareers.service.gov.uk)
Jobs that use Science - Careers - BBC Bitesize
Careers in Biology
Careers in Chemistry
A Future in Chemistry | RSC Education
Careers in Physics
Careers with physics | Institute of Physics (iop.org)
Careers in Technology and Engineering
Careers in engineering - A beginner’s guide (theengineer.co.uk)
Careers in Food Technology
Food Technologist Careers -Careers Guide (youthemployment.org.uk)
Careers in Maths
Careers in Computing
Computing technology and digital | Explore careers (nationalcareers.service.gov.uk)
Careers in Health and Social Care
7 Jobs in Health and Social Care | Health and Social Care Career Paths (successatschool.org)
