University of Sunderland

Explore all you need to know about working during and after university, including information around placement years, part-time job opportunities, and more.

A university placement is an accredited period of work completed with an organisation, either as part of a module or in the form of a placement year, which usually becomes the third year of a four-year undergraduate degree. This is sometimes known as a sandwich year.

Having a part-time job is an excellent way to earn extra money as a student, while gaining valuable work experience to enhance your CV and prepare for your career after graduation. Read more about how we can support you in finding a part-time job while studying.

Discover what you need to know about working once you've graduated from university, including the support we can offer in the Graduate Prospects team to help you take the next step with your career.