Now you have received an offer we would advise you to stop applying for further positions and contact any companies you may have pending applications with.
What's next?
1. Let us know!
Email Placements@kent.ac.uk alerting the team to begin the approval process
2. Transfer your course if needed
If you are currently on a standard 3 year course, you will need to transfer to a version of your course that contains the placement year. Please contact your divisional programme admin team for support with this.
3. Complete required paperwork
When you have alerted the placements team of securing your placement you will be required to return the following paperwork for approval:
- Job Description
- Offer letter / email
- Employment Contract
- Pre-placement/placement approval form
- Placement Health and Safety Form
This approval process helps us to ensure your placement meets the criteria required by your academic school
4. Visa and Insurance Requirements
If your placement year is abroad you will more than likely require a visa and will definitely require insurances. This can sometimes be a lengthy process so ensure you give yourself plenty of time to get this in place. Deadline to secure an international placement for all students is 31st May.
5. Ensure you have sorted your finances and accommodation
Please take a look at the money matters and accommodation pages for information and guidance.
6. Attend your Pre-Departure session
Your school/department will host a pre-departure session where you will be provided with all the information you require while you are on placement, including assessment information and support while you are away ecat.