SLSJ Extra
We encourage all our students to participate in SLSJ Extra, a series of talks and workshops featuring members from the legal, criminal, and voluntary sectors, as well as other leading professionals and reform advocates from the UK and beyond. SLSJ Extra demonstrates how the academic disciplines of law, sociology, social policy and criminology can open doors to a range of fulfilling professions. This foundation of extracurricular activity supports students in their future career aspirations.
Work experience opportunities
We support our students in making the most of work experience opportunities throughout their academic journey. In your second year, you have the option to integrate work experience into your studies. By the third year, you can take advantage of work placements through our Interchange service, which connects you with various voluntary and charitable organisations within the region. You can also gain valuable volunteering experience with support from Employability & Interchange Coordinators or by participating in the Peer Mentoring Scheme.
Placements
Placements are available for Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology students, involving research projects that impact communities on both local and national levels. These opportunities are expanding each year, with this year’s research placements including collaborations with the National Youth Advocacy Service and The Heseltine Institute.
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