Research Placements & Experiences

Our placements give you the chance to gain real-life workplace experience in the STEM sector while you develop your research skills and industry knowledge.

Choose from either a five-day experience or a two-week placement, depending on your needs. Research Placements and Experiences help your university applications stand out from the crowd and give you an edge in future employment opportunities.

How can placements help you?

Work alongside industry professionals and contribute towards their work
Develop essential soft skills for a working environment
Learn more about what life after school might look like for you
Produce a project report to enhance applications
Network with like-minded individuals and experts in STEM

Please note that applications are now closed for Summer 2025. Please check back in November for applications for Summer 2026.

“I have gained irreplaceable knowledge, I have made connections with multiple academics in a top Russell Group university. It has been a journey in independence, in expanding my ability to learn new things.”

Amelia, Placement alumni

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