Work placements

As a Student visa holder you can complete a work placement as part of your study in the UK.

The placement must:

Placements can be:

The University remains responsible for your attendance throughout the work placement. The placement unit in your school will monitor your attendance whilst you are undertaking a placement in the UK or overseas.

Contact the placement department in your school

University’s duties

The Immigration team must report your work placement details to Home Office. These details include the following:

You must keep your School’s placement unit updated with any changes to the above whilst you are undertaking a placement.

Immigration rules around work placements

Your decision to undertake a placement as well as timing can have an impact on your visa.

Download our factsheet below for further information:

Factsheet - Work placements for Student visa holders

If you have any further questions please contact us or attend one of the Immigration Drop-in Sessions so we can advise you further.

 

Related links

UKCISA – Work placements and internships