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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
In this unit, students will undertake an internship with a public, private or not-for-profit organisation which is relevant to their academic studies. This will enable students to develop a broad range of work-related skills, knowledge and contacts which will enhance their graduate capabilities and career goals. Students must complete a minimum of 300 hours of work with a host organisation. The timing and terms of the internship are flexible and may be negotiated between the student, Unit Coordinator/Lecturer and host organisation. The internship will be based on an approved program of work which comprises a number of preset learning objectives. Internships and partners will be secured through the Work Placement Coordinator, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis. Internships can be completed in all majors or discipline areas as well as general business opportunities
Enrolment into this unit is by application ONLY. Students are required to apply prior to the start of semester. They will need to submit a Resume/CV and a statement addressing the selection criteria relevant to their selected internship, and attend an interview. As this unit focuses on the personal and professional development of the individual, no RPL will be considered for this unit.
Students must pass 180 credit points
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students must complete a minimum of 300 hours of work with a host organisation. This is typically structured as eight weeks work on a full-time basis (37.5 hours) but working arrangements may vary on an individual basis. Students will be required to participate in an induction on the requirements and procedures for completing an Internship, including documentation and risk management compliance. Students will also be required to attend additional on-campus sessions for debriefing and feedback purposes. Student learning will be directed by the Unit Coordinator/Lecturer and there will be ongoing liaison between the Unit Coordinator/Lecturer and student to ensure effective performance in the pre-determined program of work and achievement of learning outcomes during the Internship period. Students will need to maintain regular email contact and attend meetings with the Unit Coordinator/Lecturer. Students are expected to generate ideas relating to their program of work by liaising with both the Unit Coordinator/Lecturer and Workplace Supervisor on strategies for meeting expected outcomes and generating evidence of effective performance.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Program of work appraisal | 25% |
| Presentation | Oral presentation | 25% |
| Portfolio | Professional practice portfolio | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit requires students to reflect on their work experience program and runs concurrently with Work Experience 1. Under the supervision of their Unit Coordinator and/or lecturer, they will develop a professional practice portfolio which documents their development of a broad range of non-technical skills. They will reflect on and evaluate the links between their experience in the professional setting and the technical skills and knowledge they have acquired during their studies. They will practice transferring their technical and non-technical skills from the university to professional setting, reflecting on their experiences and planning strategies to improve this process in preparation for graduate employment. The unit will enhance student understanding of their business discipline and appropriate conduct and ethical behaviour associated with the profession they intend to enter. In addition to enhancing their disciplinary expertise, they will be developing the non-technical skills required to operate effectively in a professional setting. The unit will also give students an insight into the corporate social responsibilities in a contemporary working environment.
During this period, student learning will be directed by the Unit Coordinator and students will be required to attend mandatory on-campus induction, mid-internship and debrief sessions. The internship will be based on an approved program of work which comprises a number of preset learning objectives.
Students must have passed a minimum of 180 credit points
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will be required to participate in an induction on the requirements and procedures for completing an Internship, including documentation and risk management compliance. Students will also be required to attend additional on-campus sessions for debriefing and feedback purposes. Student learning will be directed by the Unit Coordinator and there will be ongoing liaison between the Unit Coordinator and student to ensure effective performance in the pre-determined program of work and achievement of learning outcomes during the Internship period. Students will need to maintain regular email contact and attend meetings with the Unit Coordinator. Students are expected to generate ideas relating to their program of work by liaising with both the Unit Coordinator and Workplace Supervisor on strategies for meeting expected outcomes and generating evidence of effective performance. Students will also be required to engage in independent online tasks and activities, in addition to online peer activities which may be aligned to their assessments.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Report | Program of work appraisal | 25% |
| Presentation | Oral presentation | 25% |
| Portfolio | Professional practice portfolio | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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