FAQs: Will working while at university affect my studies?

It depends on the individual and the job. Work experience is as vital to improving your CV as your degree. The right job can improve your employment prospects and give you the opportunity to put your learning into practice, as well as giving you some much-needed cash.

However, you shouldn’t let a part-time job get in the way of your studies. Most higher education institutions recommend no more than 10 to 15 hours of outside work during term time. Non-EU students will have restrictions based on their visas, but many are allowed to work in the UK for up to 20 hours a week outside of term time.