Katarin Mägi Food Science and Nutrition BSc (Hons) If you have the opportunity to do a placement, go for it. You will learn so much about yourself, the field you are in and what career opportunities are out there.
Graduate Katie Twell Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) After returning from placement for my final year and getting to select more clinical modules, I knew that I wanted to have a career in exercise physiology.
Graduate Fien van der Graaf Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) I had a fantastic time during my placement at AstraZeneca. I developed invaluable professional and scientific skills, and it inspired me to pursue a career in biopharmaceutical research and development.
Student Tilemachos Efthyvoulou Economics BSc (Hons) I would absolutely recommend a placement year to anyone. It’s a great opportunity to see what kind of work environment you like to work in, understand a specific sector or industry, and significantly improve your employment prospects.
Student Hamed Rahmani Psychology BSc (Hons) Surrey has the best facilities for its students. The School of Psychology has lots of labs you can book and use for projects, and there have been opportunities to use brain imaging and brain stimulation techniques.
Graduate Zhaoyun Wu Interpreting (Chinese Pathway) MA I was fortunate to engage in several translation practices, receiving training in professional translation that immersed me in authentic language service scenarios".
Student Zoe Ellingham Psychology BSc (Hons) I’ve been offered a job from my placement for when I graduate next year!
Student Alice Ford Psychology BSc (Hons) Having a module that focused on professional skills and CVs was very helpful! The lecturers are always friendly and try to make lectures as engaging as possible.
Student Aira Ansara Psychology BSc I've had the privilege of making friends that I now consider as close as family, and I'm grateful to Surrey for providing me with the chance to continually connect with new people.
