UEA placement-year Master's programmes roll out across 60+ postgraduate courses
UEA placement-year Master's programmes now cover more than 60 postgraduate courses , the university has announced. The option adds a mandatory industrial placement to specific two-year Master's degrees, with the work year typically taking place in Year 2 .
Placement details for UEA placement-year Master's programmes
The placement-year integrates academic study with industry experience through a structured employability programme that spans Year 1 and the first semester of Year 2 . The placement itself usually runs in the second year and is a required element for the courses that offer this route.
Students choosing the placement-year pay an additional GBP 3,500 placement fee on top of standard Master's tuition. The placement fee is payable in two instalments and does not replace the regular course fees.
Courses and fields in UEA placement-year Master's programmes
The placement-year option is available across a mix of disciplines. UEA lists applicable fields including business, computing, engineering, media, health sciences and environmental sciences. All qualifying degrees are structured as two-year Master's programmes combining classroom learning with professional experience.
Key facts at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Number of PG courses with placement option | 60+ |
| Placement-year fee | GBP 3,500 (payable in two instalments) |
| Placement timing | Year 2 (work placement); employability programme covers Year 1 and first semester Year 2 |
| Master's duration | 2 years |
Eligibility and payment
Students must enrol in specific UEA Master's courses that offer the placement-year option; the placement is mandatory for those programmes. Standard Master's admission criteria continue to apply. The placement fee is collected separately and split across two instalments as stated by the university.
What the university says
UEA frames the placement-year as a pathway to global employability, supported by a partner organisation that provides placement support and employer links. Details such as the full list of included courses, partner names, visa implications for international students and any financial aid for the placement fee have not been published alongside the announcement.