Employability with a HDR

What are my employability options with a Higher Degree by Research (HDR)? 

Answer ID 3791 | Last updated on 26/11/2025 01.02 PM

Your UWA research degree will give you excellent subject expertise and transferable skills for many careers.

Some graduates go on to work in the higher education sector, but many more work in industry, government or the not-for-profit sector – or go on to set up their own business.

Whatever you do and whatever you study, you will graduate with superior skills that translate across all sectors: 

  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Technical skills
  • Project management
  • Writing skills
  • Evidence-based decision making
  • Self-management
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Enterprise 

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