Why do a placement? More than a third of all entry-level vacancies in 2015 were filled by graduates who had already worked for an organisation through paid internships, industrial placements or vacation work. This means it’s more important than ever to secure a placement opportunity while you're studying. What’s more, a placement can seriously enhance your CV and improve your career prospects.
Work experience ranges from a few weeks to a few months, and comes in many shapes and forms - from placements and internships to sandwich years. Whatever your work experience goals, we can help.
For more information and support with your Professional Placement Year (PPY), see our Help with your PPY page.
You can submit a query or contact us directly at placements@bathspa.ac.uk.
Get paid to undertake a project-based virtual internship, and support local businesses and charities during this challenging time. The University is working closely with local businesses to find diverse and rewarding internship opportunities that will support the requirements of local businesses while also offering you the chance to develop your skills and gain remote work experience.
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Our Summer Placement Scheme is an exciting placement programme for students in their first, second or third years. These placements take place between June and September and last for either four or 12 weeks. You'll be paid at least National Minimum Wage.
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Erasmus+ Traineeships offer funding of up to €430 per month to support you in international work placements across Europe, lasting between eight weeks and 12 months.
Please contact our Placements Team for more information: placements@bathspa.ac.uk.
A Professional Placement Year (PPY) is where you undertake a period of work with an external organisation for a period of nine to 13 months, between your second and third years of undergraduate study. Students from any undergraduate course may choose to undertake one.
Find out more about our Placements Award.