Careers support throughout the marking and assessment boycott

Read about how we can support you amid the ongoing marking and assessment boycott.

We understand that students may be concerned about the potential impact of the University and College Union (UCU) nationwide marking and assessment boycott on their employment options. 

For the latest information on the national marking and assessment boycott ahead of Results Day, refer to the recently published student news story and frequently asked questions. 

UCL Careers here to support you now and up to three years after graduation. We’ve listed ways UCL Careers are supporting finalists who may be concerned about the impact of the marketing and assessment boycott on their employment opportunities: 

• All UCL graduates have continued access to services and resources provided by UCL Careers for up to three years after completing a course so you can still access the same support you have access to as a student (including throughout the summer break) 
• Our team of experienced careers professionals are dedicated to helping achieve success in your future career, whatever the situation. You can book a one-to-one appointment in-person or online with a Careers Consultant to discuss your career options and receive bespoke support and advice 
• UCL President and Provost, Dr Michael Spence, and Director of UCL Careers, Karen Barnard have written a letter to employers to raise awareness of the implications of the marking and assessment boycott for our students who may require certain degree credentials to take up a position in their organisations 
• The UCL Careers website will direct you to a wide range of curated resources related to your career planning, no matter what stage you are at, and transitioning from education to the workplace 
• Employers know the high calibre of UCL students and the value that they bring to the workplace. myUCLCareers is regularly updated with opportunities from different sectors and employers, including some who are specifically looking for UCL candidates, so be sure to check it regularly or sign up for daily or weekly updates 
• UCL Careers is working with colleagues across the university as well as communicating with employers to understand the impact of this action on specific groups of students and share appropriate support where it’s needed 

A detailed list of FAQs about the Marking and Assessment boycott and its impact overall can be found on the UCL Students website including answers to questions related to the possible impact on employment options such as: 

• Will the marking and assessment boycott affect my employment options? 
• I have a job offer, will the marking and assessment boycott affect this? 
• What careers support is available to me?   

If you have any queries or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us through askUCL or discuss your options with a Careers Consultant directly by booking an appointment. 

Further information and support 

We understand that this can be unsettling for students. For the most up to date information about your modules and programme, your department should be your first point of contact.  

If you are worried about the impact industrial action might have on your career and that is affecting your mental health and wellbeing, UCL's Support and Wellbeing team provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to discuss issues that concern or affect you.    

To find out more and get in touch, please visit the Support and Wellbeing webpages, or contact through askUCL. SSW services will remain open as usual during the period of industrial action.