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University of Plymouth offers a placement year which is also called a work-placement in industry. The placement is an integrated part of the degree for many subject areas at the university but it can be optional. The benefits of choosing a placement are given as follows:

·       It enhanced employment prospects and many students will go back to their placement provider at the graduate level

·       The placements will help the students in their improved skills and knowledge which includes the softer employability skills and specific technical skills and competencies.

·       It increases the understanding and awareness of the world of working, ability to articulate skills and achievements and self-awareness

·       The placements will broaden the student’s network of professional contacts.