Year in industry - University of Kent Jump to content Year in Industry What can you do in a year? Employability matters. It's important to us, and to you. Through our innovative industry collaborations you can add a year in industry to many of our courses. Gain vital experience alongside your degree to kick-start your career. Award-winning placements. The Careers and Employability Service is proud and excited to be ranked as one of the best organisations for Work Experience and Placements in the National Rate My Placement Awards. Going beyond the classroom. All of our teaching is designed to have employability embedded, but you don't need to stop there! Taking a year in industry is the perfect way to boost your career prospects and get a head start on the job market after you graduate. You'll gain real world experience - not only helping your CV - but giving you a taste of industry, which is crucial in making your future a reality. You'll discover what you want to do, and how you'll get there. We already know you have the confidence and commitment to thrive in the workplace and kick-start your career. This is your chance to prove it, to yourself and to employers. Don't just take our word for it though. We have loads of fantastic students and grads who took the opportunity of a year in industry and reaped the benefits! What can you do in a year? Any questions? We have the answers. When should I start looking? Companies will recruit at different times of the year based on their size. It's good to be application ready by the summer of your first year. Where can I get help finding a placement? Book an appointment with a placement adviser via the careers service. Will I get paid? Most of our placements are paid. Do I have to pay tuition fees? Yes, you’ll pay a substantially reduced fee. Fees for the current year (subject to changes) can be found on our tuition fees website Where can I get visa advice if I’m an international student? Kent Students' Union can help with any visa queries. Does the University keep in touch? You receive four-weekly check-in emails, a visit from the team every three months and you can reach out to us any time by email or phone. Do I work for a full year? The minimum requirement for an industrial placement is 44 weeks. Get inspired Forge your own path. If you're studying in Kent Business School (KBS), you can choose to spend a year being supported by expert staff in launching your own business. Former KBS Student Nadia Ewura-esi nominated for Sustainability Award Discover our courses with a Year in Industry. Accounting, finance and investment Accounting and Finance - BSc Hons Canterbury If you’re a problem solver who loves numbers, this Accounting and Finance BSc is the course for you. 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English Language and Linguistics English Language and Literatures - BA (Hons) Canterbury Understand the science behind how we communicate and explore the link between language, the mind and society. English Literature and Creative Writing English Literature - BA (Hons) Canterbury Explore literature from across the globe and throughout the ages, from classic to contemporary. English Literature and Creative Writing English Literature and Creative Writing - BA (Hons) Canterbury Find your voice as a writer in a city steeped in rich literary tradition, from Dickens to Chaucer to Marlowe. Film Film - BA (Hons) Canterbury Find your vision as a filmmaker and critic. Explore the history of film and create its future. Film Film and Media - BA (Hons) Canterbury Blend the power of media and the magic of film, ready to start your career in the creative industries. 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Engineering Mechanical Engineering - BEng (Hons) Canterbury By studying Mechanical Engineering at Kent you gain the skills to make your own mark in this exciting field. Media Media - BA (Hons) Canterbury Explore media in all mediums and lead discussions about how the media shapes our world today. History Military History - BA (Hons) Canterbury Explore Military History throughout the ages and across the globe, from war and conflict to peace and collaboration. Modern Languages Modern Languages - BA (Hons) Canterbury Develop language skills and forge connections between cultures to launch your career in a globalised world. Physics Physics - BSc (Hons) Canterbury Unlock your future with physics: open up exciting career options in cyber security, medical physics or the space industry. Physics Physics with Astrophysics - BSc (Hons) Canterbury Excited by discovery? Passionate about exploring the cosmos? This is the degree for you. 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