Professional Training Year
Students have the option of applying to take a Professional Training Year (PTY) after their first year of studies. This can take the form of a Work Placement or an International or European (Erasmus) study exchange.
Staff Perspective
| "We believe that a year out on study and/or work placement can make a profound difference to the student experience, their final degree and to their career prospects" Read More - Dr Maxine David, Undergraduate Programme Coordinator |
| Study Exchange "gives students a chance to develop key skills including adaptability, independence, problem-solving, communication and people skills" Read More - Dr Laura Chappell, Senior Placements Tutor |
Student Profiles
| "the placement year has served to shape me as a student" Read more Oliver Deed, BA Politics |
| "I relished the challenges and adventures my placement brought" Read more Lucy Doggett, BA International Politics  |