UEA placement-year postgraduate courses: 60+ masters now include a Year 2 placement
University of East Anglia has launched UEA placement-year postgraduate courses across more than 60 master's programmes, with a placement fee of GBP 3,500 payable in two instalments. The new route pairs classroom learning with an industry placement that usually takes place in Year 2.
What the UEA placement-year postgraduate courses include
The placement option is built into selected two-year master's degrees and is a mandatory element for those specified programmes. You get a structured employability programme that runs across Year 1 and the first semester of Year 2, then move into an industry placement for the remainder of Year 2.
UEA has partnered with an external organisation to provide placement support and help match students to employers. The placement aims to give practical experience, workplace skills and global employability exposure relevant to your field.
Fee and payment details for UEA placement-year postgraduate courses
The placement-year fee is GBP 3,500 (approx INR 4.42 L) and must be paid in two instalments on top of the standard master's tuition fees. The university has not published changes to the core course fees in the announcement.
| Category | Amount | Payment details |
|---|---|---|
| Placement-year fee | GBP 3,500 | Payable in two instalments |
| Standard master's fees | Not specified | Charged separately |
Fields covered and course length
The placement option is available across multiple study fields including Business, Computing, Engineering, Media, Health Sciences and Environmental Sciences. All listed master's courses with this option are two-year programmes combining academic study and professional experience.
Eligibility and timing
You must be enrolled in one of the specified UEA postgraduate programmes that include the placement year to take part. Placement activity is typically scheduled during Year 2 after the first-semester employability module, and is mandatory for those programmes that list it as a requirement.
What the announcement does not list
The university has not published a complete list of the 60+ programmes, detailed entry requirements per programme, employer names, assessment or credit rules for the placement year, visa implications for international students, or information on scholarships to cover the placement fee.
FAQs
How long are the master's courses with placement?
Two years in total, combining Year 1 study and a Year 2 placement element.
How many courses include the placement option?
More than 60 postgraduate programmes offer the placement-year option.
What is the placement fee?
GBP 3,500 (about INR 4.42 L), payable in two instalments, in addition to standard fees.
When does the placement occur?
Typically during Year 2, following a structured employability programme in Year 1 and the first semester of Year 2.
Is the placement optional?
For the specific programmes that list it, the placement year is a mandatory component.
Who provides placement support?
UEA has partnered with an external organisation that specialises in placement support and employer matching.
Are employers named in the announcement?
No. The university did not publish employer or host organisation names in the announcement.
Are standard master's fees included in the placement fee?
No. The placement fee is additional; standard master's tuition fees remain separate and were not specified in the announcement.