Support
We're here to help you find a placement that fits your degree and future goals. We'll make sure you're ready for the role by supporting you with the professional and personal skills you need to succeed. Most placements are paid, and we'll be there to support you every step of the way, no matter what placement you choose.
How we support you
Recognised as the Best University Careers and Employability Service at the National Undergraduate Employability (NUE) Awards 2022; we will support you throughout your placement experience.
We can assist you with the application process, be there during the placement and help with your return to your studies.
Employability and Careers team
Our Employability and Careers team will encourage you to be proactive and apply for your industry placement yourself, by writing a CV and cover letter. The application process can include interviews and assessment centres for which we offer support to ensure you are well-prepared. We also offer additional support if you decide to source your placement, subject to university requirements being met.
Placement tutors
Your school or department will have a Director of Employability who is an academic member of staff with responsibility for delivering the Professional Training scheme, and supporting you at all stages of the journey. We also have a Placements and Employability team to support you from the application process through to the completion of your placement.
A placement tutor from your school or department will be appointed who will meet with you, in-person and virtually, to offer support and check on your progress in the workplace.
Online resources
There is an array of online resources available to support you throughout this process, including our interactive Professional Training module. This module has been designed to provide you with guidance and signpost you to the most useful tools and resources.
Language skills
Some placements abroad may involve learning and communicating in a language other than English, as such we have support available to help you develop your language skills.