What does the cryptic crossword clue "Students getting job after good result of degree in letters (5-5,4)" mean?

The definition is "letters". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FIRST (synonym=""good result of degree"") + CLASS (synonym=""students"") + POST (synonym=""job"") = FIRSTCLASSPOST; definition: "letters" The answer is FIRSTCLASSPOST.

Students getting job after good result of degree in letters (5-5,4)

Guardian Cryptic #29242 | 11 Across | 2023-12-01 flower

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