Student comments on work placement
‘My work placement has been the most influential year of my university life.’
‘I would advise anyone who was unsure about taking a year placement or not,
to do so without hesitation. It has helped me to grow and develop and I do not
regret the experience for a second.’
‘My placement has provided me with a wealth of practical knowledge, the
development of lifelong skills and logical thinking that will be of benefit to me
throughout my working life.’
‘As a result of my placement I have become a stronger and more confident
person.’
‘I have gained experiences which I never though possible. It has encouraged
me to have confidence in myself and be able to communicate and work well in
a team with people from all over the world.’
‘I also believe the whole process has prepared me for life after university, I am
now equipped with the necessary skills to construct a well presented CV,
apply for jobs and portray myself effectively in interviews. The most important
lesson I learnt is that organisation is key to success and I feel that if I get
organised and prepare correctly I feel I can obtain my dream job. I believe that
I have developed greatly over the last year, and I don’t think I would have
developed to the same extent if I had not done placement.’
Food Quality, Safety and Nutrition student
‘After completing my placement, I have really changed my attitudes and views
and almost feel like I have matured throughout the process. I have picked up
and enhanced so many new skills and feel for once that I know that what I am
doing is right for my future career. The placement has been an experience as
I have done so many things that have been a success but have also learnt
from my mistakes and learnt how to evaluate the work that I am carrying out’
Land Use and Environmental Management student