International Placement

BUSN3500 – International Work Placement in Business

Offered in: Midyear Session 2026

BUSN3500 provides the opportunity to complete an international 140-hour supervised placement through trusted Third-Party Providers. Destinations may include Japan, China, Indonesia, Spain, South Africa, the UK, and Vietnam. Students gain global experience, expand professional networks, and build international employability.

Pathway 1: International Students - Placement in Home Country

International students may return to their home country during break periods to undertake a placement organised through an approved Third-Party Provider.

How to apply

  1. Log in to SONIA → FORMS → add “International Placement Application”.
  2. Complete all fields and provide required documentation.
  3. Submit a placement application to your chosen Third-Party Provider.
  4. Allow 2–6 months for approval and arrangements.
Pathway 2: Domestic Students – Group Placement with Academic Lead

Domestic students can join a group placement trip led by an NBS academic during summer or winter break.

How to apply

  1. Submit the International Placement Application form in SONIA.
  2. Follow application steps provided by the academic lead.

Apply to the Third-Party Provider if required.

Pathway 3: Domestic Students – Individual Overseas Placement

Domestic students may apply for an individual placement through an approved Third-Party Provider.

How to apply

  1. Submit the International Placement Application form in SONIA.
  2. Apply directly to the Third-Party Provider for your preferred destination.
  3. Allow 2–6 months for approvals and arrangements.