Overview
This sector covers a wide range of careers connected with the defence and protection of the country, and the health and wellbeing of communites and individuals.
There are a lot of opportunities for graduates in this sector, including a number of fast-track graduate programmes. These careers are open to graduates from any discipline. Some roles require further study for professional qualifications, and for some a high standard of physical fitness is a requirement.
Reference books and journals
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Related links
National Careers Service - sector information from the government's careers service, including a wide range of job profiles for the security and uniformed services sector.
Home Office - government department with overall responsibility for national security.
Scottish Government: Justice Department - information on the policies and issues surrounding civil emergencies, law & civil justice courts, criminal justice, fire police, prisons.
This article was published on Feb 12, 2013