Students who secure an approved international work placement through their Faculty Placement Team may be eligible to apply for financial support through the through the UK Government’s Turing Scheme, managed by and provided through DMU Global.
Funding, where awarded, may contribute towards international placement costs such as living expenses and travel. All applications are subject to eligibility and funding availability at the time of review.
Contact your Faculty Placement Team
Your Faculty Placement Team is your first point of contact for all aspects of an international work placement, including searching for opportunities, securing a placement, pre-departure preparation, tuition fees, and general advice.
| Faculty | |
|---|---|
| Business and Law | businessplacements@dmu.ac.uk |
| Technology, Arts and Culture | tacplacements@dmu.ac.uk |
| Health and Life Sciences | hlsplacements@dmu.ac.uk |
Funding application guidance
The deadline to apply for Turing Scheme funding for overseas work placements in 2026–27 (between September 2026 and August 2027) is 9am on Monday 10 August 2026.
Once you have secured an international work placement, you should ask your Faculty Placement Team to confirm your placement details with DMU Global. You will then be contacted by DMU Global with information on how to apply for Turing Scheme funding, including any required documentation.
All applications are assessed against the eligibility and are subject to available funding for the relevant academic year. You will be notified of the outcome once your application has been reviewed.
Eligibility criteria
Funding is subject to eligibility criteria and available funding for the relevant academic year. To be considered for Turing Scheme funding, your international work placement must:
Funding amounts
DMU annually applies for funding through the Turing Scheme to support students undertaking international work placements. The amount awarded to the University varies each year, which may affect the level of funding available.
Funding is calculated based on destination and placement duration, with additional support available for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. For an indication of funding amounts, please refer to this page.
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