Removing your Professional Training placement from your degree

The thought of removing your Professional Training placement is one that might seem quite daunting, but we are here to help you make a decision that is right for you, and we recommend that you access the right support networks before finalising what you want to do.

If you are uncertain about what decision you make, we highly recommend speaking to our Placements team for advice before you make any decisions. They will be able to support you with any questions you may have and support you to find a placement if you need.

Email them at placements@surrey.ac.uk to discuss the uncertainties you are having and they will be happy to talk things through.

Should you need any other support before making this decision, please note our MySurrey Hive team are also here to help.

If you have made your decision

Visit MySurrey Help for guidance on how to remove your Professional Training year placement.

Specific information for international students

The University will notify the Home Office about the change and you do not need to apply for a new visa. 

When you have successfully completed your programme, we will notify the Home Office of your early completion. At this point your current visa will be curtailed (cancelled) so that you have four months remaining after your new course end date.

If you have any further questions about the implications on your visa, please contact make an appointment with an International Student Adviser, who will be happy to help.