How does the placement year work in UK universities and can I work full time during that period?

Yes, you can work full-time during a placement year in UK universities if the placement is an assessed, integral part of your degree.

- The placement year (also called a sandwich year) is usually taken between your second and final year. It provides full-time, paid work experience related to your course.
- You must be enrolled in a full-time degree where the placement is a required, assessed component.
- During this year, the usual 20-hour/week work limit does not apply - you can work full-time for your placement employer.
- Any additional work outside your placement is still limited to 20 hours/week during term time.

Your university and employer must comply with current UK visa and employment rules, which are subject to change.