Career-ready Placements
Your Career-ready Experience Starts Here
Imagine graduating not just with a degree, but with real industry connections, hands-on experience, and the confidence that comes from already knowing how to apply what you've learned. That's exactly what Newcastle Business School's Career-ready Graduates program gives you—and it's built right into your degree.
This isn't about ticking a box. It's about giving you the edge in a competitive job market. Whether you want to work for a global company, launch your own startup, or make an impact in the not-for-profit sector, your career-ready placement is your launchpad.
Choose Your Pathway
Every pathway is designed to help you bridge the gap between what you learn in class and how it works in the real world. Here's what's available:
Each pathway has its own way to apply—just follow the steps listed under the option that’s right for you.
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Our Newcastle Business School partners with industry to deliver placement opportunities that help you graduate work-ready.
2026 Academic Calendar
Plan ahead and choose the placement option that best suits your study schedule:
- Semester 1 (26 January – 26 April) – BUSN3004: Career-ready Industry Led Project (12 weeks, 140 hours)
- Midyear Session (27 April – 3 August) – BUSN3500: International Work Placement in Business (140 hours)
- Semester 2 (17 August – 16 November) – BUSN3002: Industry Placement (12 weeks, 140 hours)
Student Handbook
For full details on requirements, pathways, assessments, and key dates, download the handbook.
Midyear 2026 New Colombo Plan Opportunities. Apply Now!
The Newcastle Business School is excited to offer students the chance to participate in group international placements through the New Colombo Plan (NCP) for the Midyear 2026 session. These placements provide immersive experiences where students can develop global business skills, cultural understanding, and professional networks.
Available Destinations:
Funding and Support:
Eligible Domestic students may access NCP funding to assist with program costs, and OS-HELP loans may also be available. International students are welcome to apply but will need to self-fund participation.
Apply now!1. Log in to SONIA Online
2. Select the FORMS tab and click ADD+
3. Choose International Placement Application from the drop-down list, then click EDIT to open the form.
4. Complete all required fields in the application form.
5. Click Submit to lodge your application.
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