University-level courses

Industry placements

Industry placements (also known as work experience) are a mandatory element of our study programmes. They’re designed to bridge the gap between education and employment, inform students’ career choices and teach the attitudes and behaviours expected at work.

You should expect to complete a minimum of 30 hours and a maximum of 345 hours with an employer in a role directly relevant to your course of study. You will also have opportunities to work on live projects provided by employers, and attend specialist placements and career insight weeks.

How do I find industry placements?

The College will support each student in finding the right placement, and our industry placement team will work with you to monitor your progress, visit the workplace to carry out regular progress reviews and support your completion.

How will this fit in around my course?

Industry placements take place outside your timetabled lessons and within usual industry working hours to give you a realistic experience. Contact your Work Placement Officer for further information

workexperience@cityofbristol.ac.uk

You can organise your placements through your own contacts, but will need to liaise with your designated work placement officers for next steps and to log your placement.