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Knowledge Transfer Partnerships

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A Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) is a three-way project between a recent graduate (KTP Associate), a business and a university.

It is one of the country’s largest graduate placement schemes with more than 350 jobs available to UK, EU and international students.

 

Find out more and how to apply

Graduates will be recruited to manage and deliver a strategic project for a business whilst being supported by their university. You’ll be employed by the University but work in the company under their terms and conditions.

As a KTP associate, you will:

  • Work in both a commercial and academic setting
  • Fast track your career development with a substantial training and development budget
  • Turn ideas into impact and apply your knowledge

Current KTP vacancies managed by the University

National KTP opportunities

KTP insights with associate Maria Pin-No

Hear from Maria who partnered in a project with Cornelius Specialities as a Research and Development Chemist. Maria discusses her role with the company and the opportunities KTP has given her to develop career skills while continuing her research.

 
 
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Choosing the KTP was a big and important decision for me make. It offered a unique experience including practical experience and academic research. It opened doors to career development and exciting opportunities.

Jordan Fischer, KTP associate

Read Jordan's blog post

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