Work volunteering and your visa

Depending on how much time you need to dedicate to your studies, you may be able to supplement your funding by doing some paid work. If you're an international student, whether you can work in the UK during or after your studies will also depend on your visa status. Make sure to check whether your visa will allow you to do paid or unpaid work in the UK.

Work restrictions

If you're planning to work during your studies, you'll need to be aware of any restrictions that might affect you.

Working during study

Doing part-time paid and voluntary work is a great way to get to know British people and culture and gain valuable work experience for your future career.

Work placements

As part of your course, you might choose to do a work placement. Find out more about what you are allowed to do.

Volunteering

Volunteering is a truly rewarding experience and a great use of your free time at university.

Working as a Sabbatical Officer

International students are encouraged to stand for election as a Sabbatical Officer and students with a Tier 4/Student visa are permitted to take a position as a Sabbatical Officer in the Leeds University Union.

Working in the UK after study

If you're an international student and you would like to work in the UK after graduating then please be aware of the immigration rules that apply to you.