You may be able to undertake a placement abroad as part of your degree programme. Find out more in the video and sections below. A short video about Placements About our placements Find out what a placement is, whether you could do one, and what you need to consider. Which schools offer international placements? The following Schools and degree programmes offer opportunities to undertake a placement abroad. Find a placement Find out if your School offers placements or whether you can undertake a placement independently. Get approval for a placement Your placement must be approved by both your School and the Study and Work Away Service (SWAY) before you travel abroad. Find your Placement Coordinator Each School which offers placements has a designated Placement Coordinator who can advise you about your degree programme’s requirements for your placement, the timeline and processes. Funding, fees and costs for placements The options for funding during your placement and costs you should consider. Key things to considerImportant things to consider before you apply for a Study and Work Away activity. Key things to considerPlan your time awayWhatever your plans, make sure you read all our pre-departure information to help you on your journey.Before you goReturning to EdinburghWhether you're away for a month or a year, here are some ideas to help you settle back in and build on your international experience.Welcome back to EdinburghStudent Code of ConductStudents should be aware that the University Student Code of Conduct applies when studying or working overseas. This article was published on 2024-06-24
