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School of Law, Politics and Sociology

Professional Placement Year (M3140)

Professional Placement Year

Module M3140

Module details for 2026/27.

120 credits

FHEQ Level 5

Module learning outcomes

Contribute their ideas, knowledge and expertise effectively in a working environment

Reflect critically on their professional skills development in relation to employability

Integrate academic knowledge and understanding with practical professional experience

Describe and analyse corporate social responsibility and sustainable development issues in relation to the placement organisation

Communicate the placement learning experience to others

TypeTimingWeighting
Portfolio (500 words)Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:000.00%
Report (3000 words)Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:000.00%
Timing

Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.

Weighting

Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.

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