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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 unit builds on the skills acquired in FBL3400, a prerequisite to this Internship unit. It will enable students to further develop their work-related skills, knowledge and contacts which will enhance their graduate capabilities and career goals. It will also provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate leadership and autonomy in a work-based project. Students must complete a minimum of eight weeks of work with a host organisation, on a full-time basis, which is equivalent to a minimum of 300 hours of work placement. 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 timing and terms of the internship are flexible and may be negotiated between the student, Unit Coordinator and host organisation. The internship will be based on an approved work-based project which comprises a number of preset learning objectives. Internships and partners will be secured through the Workplace Opportunities Coordinator and/or the Unit 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 Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)will be considered for this unit.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students must complete a minimum of 8 weeks of work with a host organisation, on a full-time basis, which is equivalent to 300 hours of work placement. 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 work-based project 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 work autonomously, show initiative and generate ideas relating to their project by liaising with the Unit Coordinator 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Project appraisal | 15% |
| Reflective Practice | Reflection | 10% |
| Project | Work-based project | 75% |
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.
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 unit builds on the skills acquired in FBL3400, a prerequisite to this Internship unit. It will enable students to further develop their work-related skills, knowledge and contacts which will enhance their graduate capabilities and career goals. It will also provide an opportunity for students to demonstrate leadership and autonomy in a work-based project. 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. 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 timing and terms of the internship are flexible and may be negotiated between the student, Unit Coordinator and host organisation. The internship will be based on an approved work-based project which comprises a number of preset learning objectives. Internships and partners will be secured through the Workplace Opportunities Coordinator and/or the Unit 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 Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)will be considered for this unit.
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 and there will be ongoing liaison between the Unit Coordinator and student to ensure effective performance in the work-based project 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 work autonomously, show initiative and generate ideas relating to their project by liaising with the Unit Coordinator 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Project appraisal | 15% |
| Reflective Practice | Reflection | 10% |
| Project | Work-based project | 75% |
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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