Internships and placements

UEA School of Psycholgy offers a BSc Psychology with a Placement Year course. On this course, you'll spend at least six months of your third year in a full-time placement, gaining invaluable working experience and employability skills in a relevant area of your choice.

Additionally, the PSY School offers Volunteer and Summer Internship schemes to Undergraduate Students. These schemes provide work experience opportunities to our students and improve their employability. Student volunteers and interns often contributes to a variety of staff-led research, teaching, engagement, and impact activities.  

Placement Year

The School of Psychology boasts a successful and well-established  undergraduate Placement year, which plays a vital role in bridging the gap between academic learning and professional practice. Each year, many employers eagerly welcome students from our diverse psychology courses, providing them with invaluable hands-on experience in real-world settings.

This opportunity allows students to apply the skills and knowledge they've acquired during their studies to actual industry projects, enhancing their practical expertise and boosting their confidence. In addition, students gain access to a vast network of industry professionals, opening doors for future career opportunities.

Placements are undertaken after the second year of study. This placement will extend your studies by an additional 12 months, giving you the time to immerse yourself in a professional setting and apply the skills you've learned in a real-world context.

Throughout this process, our careers’ service provides comprehensive support to ensure a smooth transition into the workforce. Our dedicated staff assist you with refining your CV, preparing for interviews, and guiding you through the recruitment process. Additionally, the Careers service advertises regularly a wide range of organisations that are actively seeking talented students for their placements.

This structured support, combined with the opportunity to gain practical experience, significantly enhances your future career prospects. The Placement Year not only equips students with essential skills but also enhances their employability by offering them a competitive edge in the job market. Our students are better prepared to make an impact in their chosen fields upon graduation.

PSY School Summer Internship Scheme

Recruitment of student interns takes place in Semester 2, with successful candidates beginning work from June during the summer. Summer Internship roles usually last for 6-8 weeks in June and July. Student interns can work for a maximum of 18 hours per week.  

PSY School Volunteer Scheme

Student volunteers are recruited in Semester 1, with successful candidates beginning work from January in Semester 2.  Student volunteer roles usually last for one semester from January to May and can be negotiated by the student volunteer and the project leaders. Student volunteers usually work for 4-8 hours per week.