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Gain Skills and Experience

Developing your skills through work experience and study can help with career planning and securing a graduate job.

Develop experience to suit you and your degree stage

In this section you can find out about summer internships, year-long placements or shorter periods of experience such as insight days or shadowing. You could also volunteer or complete virtual work experience. Find out how to apply and access vacancy websites.

You could develop skills and experience through one of our careers modules. Gain academic credit while volunteering, completing a placement year or in a part time job.

Spending time working or studying abroad can give you skills that are highly sought after by graduate employers. Find out how to find opportunities and apply.

Internships, placements and shadowing

Discover the different types of work experience you can do and where you can find opportunities

Careers modules

Graduate with the skills employers look for. Use your work experience, volunteering or part-time job to count towards your degree

Volunteering

Volunteering gives you the opportunity to make a positive impact and gain experience, while enhancing your own development

Study abroad

Immerse yourself in new cultures, enhance your academic profile, gain a global perspective, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Global work experience

Going overseas to gain work experience is a great way to develop your skill set while immersing yourself in a different culture.

Virtual opportunities

You can work, gain experience, or build skills through online activities.

Awards, competitions and funding

Get involved with opportunities and activities outside your degree.

Graduate framework

Develop the skills to shape your future.