Internships

Degree programmes incorporate work experience and internships with a variety of companies around the world to help you gain a practical understanding of how companies operate. It is also an opportunity to decide in which business sector you finally wish to work.

Our graduates can then enter the employment market with a proven track record of commitment and achievement in their work placements, and a sound knowledge of how to put their skills to practical use.

BA (Hons) in International Business

All students undertake a minimum of 36 weeks work experience before the completion of their degree (usually in semester breaks).

In addition, students can take the optional PLP module (Placement Learning Project). This replaces on the study periods abroad with a minimum of 16 weeks assessed work experience.

BA (Hons) in International Events Management

Work experience is an integral part of the degree programme and all enrolled students will be required to complete a minimum of 36 weeks by the end of the programme (usually in semester breaks).

In addition, students can take the optional PLP module (Placement Learning Project). This replaces on the study periods abroad with a minimum of 16 weeks assessed work experience.

BA (Hons) in Business and Management

All students enrolled undertake a minimum of 24 weeks work experience before the completion of their degree.

Overseas Students – Work Permits:

Overseas students from non-EU countries do not require a work permit to take part-time and vacation work. A number of restrictions will apply:

The student must not work more than 20 hours a week during term time, except where a work placement or internship is to be undertaken as a necessary part of the course of study as agreed by the education institution.

Further clarification can be obtained from the Home Office UK Visa homepage.

Page last updated 2/19/2009