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BWIL6100: Industry Placement

Semester 2, 2023 [Normal day] - Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

This unit involves students undertaking a professional placement with a business, government, or non-government organisation. It includes preparatory coursework in reflective, professional practice and report writing. Permission is required to enrol in this unit. Further information and application process is outlined at http://sydney.edu.au/business/study/opportunities/industry_placement_program

Unit details and rules

Academic unit Work Integrated Learning Hub
Credit points 6
Prerequisites
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Completion of at least 24 credit points with a minimum WAM of 60
Corequisites
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None
Prohibitions
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BUSS6500 or ECOF6500
Assumed knowledge
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None

Available to study abroad and exchange students

No

Teaching staff

Coordinator Gaia Grant, gaia.grant@sydney.edu.au
Type Description Weight Due Length
Participation Workshop participation & engagement
Participation in Pre-placement, Mid-placement & Post-placement workshops
0% Ongoing
Due date: 29 Oct 2023 at 23:59

Closing date: 05 Nov 2023
2 X 3 hr + 1 X 2 hr workshops (8 hrs)
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Small continuous assessment Online modules and activities
Completion of online modules and activities linked to the workshops.
0% Ongoing
Due date: 12 Nov 2023 at 23:59

Closing date: 19 Nov 2023
N/A
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO4 LO3 LO2
Assignment Report
Entry Interview Report
0% Week 04
Due date: 27 Aug 2023 at 23:59

Closing date: 03 Sep 2023
1250 words
Outcomes assessed: LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Assessment summary

All set workshops, online tasks and modules must be completed and receive a “pass” to gain a “meets requirements” in order to receive the 6 credits points that includes the work placement hours. If a student is not able to attend any of the set, in-person workshops, they will be provided with an alternative task to complete, and in consultation with the Unit Coordinator. 

The IPP (PG) unit is meets/not meets requirements, which does not impact/influence a student’s weighted average mark (WAM). This means that students must complete all set tasks, and as follows:

  1. In-person 2 x 3 hour (on campus) workshops and 1 x online mid-way check-in with set tasks (pre-, during and post-learning) in weeks 1, 7 and 11.
  2. 3 x set online modules (due multiple times and through canvas).
  3. 1 x entry interview report activity (at 1250 words in total).

Assessment criteria

The University awards common result grades, set out in the Coursework Policy 2014 (Schedule 1).

As a general guide, a high distinction indicates work of an exceptional standard, a distinction a very high standard, a credit a good standard, and a pass an acceptable standard.

Result name

Mark range

Description

High distinction

85 - 100

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an exceptional standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school. 

Distinction

75 - 84

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a very high standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Credit

65 - 74

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at a good standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school.

Pass

50 - 64

Awarded when you demonstrate the learning outcomes for the unit at an acceptable standard, as defined by grade descriptors or exemplars outlined by your faculty or school. 

Fail

0 - 49

When you don’t meet the learning outcomes of the unit to a satisfactory standard.

For more information see guide to grades.

Late submission

In accordance with University policy, these penalties apply when written work is submitted after 11:59pm on the due date:

  • Deduction of 5% of the maximum mark for each calendar day after the due date.
  • After ten calendar days late, a mark of zero will be awarded.

This unit has an exception to the standard University policy or supplementary information has been provided by the unit coordinator. This information is displayed below:

All set workshops, online tasks and modules must be completed and receive a “pass” to gain a “meets requirements” in order to receive the 6 credits points that includes the work placement hours. If a student is not able to attend any of the set, in-person workshops, they will be provided with an alternative task to complete, and in consultation with the Unit Coordinator. Late penalties will be incurred, and according to university policy, for any late submissions for all set tasks.

Academic integrity

The Current Student website provides information on academic integrity and the resources available to all students. The University expects students and staff to act ethically and honestly and will treat all allegations of academic integrity breaches seriously.

We use similarity detection software to detect potential instances of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breach. If such matches indicate evidence of plagiarism or other forms of academic integrity breaches, your teacher is required to report your work for further investigation.

Use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and automated writing tools

You may only use generative AI and automated writing tools in assessment tasks if you are permitted to by your unit coordinator. If you do use these tools, you must acknowledge this in your work, either in a footnote or an acknowledgement section. The assessment instructions or unit outline will give guidance of the types of tools that are permitted and how the tools should be used.

Your final submitted work must be your own, original work. You must acknowledge any use of generative AI tools that have been used in the assessment, and any material that forms part of your submission must be appropriately referenced. For guidance on how to acknowledge the use of AI, please refer to the AI in Education Canvas site.

The unapproved use of these tools or unacknowledged use will be considered a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy and penalties may apply.

Studiosity is permitted unless otherwise indicated by the unit coordinator. The use of this service must be acknowledged in your submission as detailed on the Learning Hub’s Canvas page.

Outside assessment tasks, generative AI tools may be used to support your learning. The AI in Education Canvas site contains a number of productive ways that students are using AI to improve their learning.

Simple extensions

If you encounter a problem submitting your work on time, you may be able to apply for an extension of five calendar days through a simple extension.  The application process will be different depending on the type of assessment and extensions cannot be granted for some assessment types like exams.

Special consideration

If exceptional circumstances mean you can’t complete an assessment, you need consideration for a longer period of time, or if you have essential commitments which impact your performance in an assessment, you may be eligible for special consideration or special arrangements.

Special consideration applications will not be affected by a simple extension application.

Using AI responsibly

Co-created with students, AI in Education includes lots of helpful examples of how students use generative AI tools to support their learning. It explains how generative AI works, the different tools available and how to use them responsibly and productively.

WK Topic Learning activity Learning outcomes
Mid-semester break Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week -01 Pre-placement workplace preparation online module Independent study (2 hr) LO2 LO4
Week 01 Pre-placement workshop: Welcome and overview Workshop (3 hr) LO2 LO4
Week 02 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 03 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 04 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 05 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 06 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 07 Placement experience (20 hrs) + Mid-placement check-in session (2 hrs) Placement (22 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 08 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 09 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 10 Placement Placement (20 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 11 Post-placement workshop Workshop (3 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4
Week 12 Post-placement online module Independent study (2 hr) LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4

Attendance and class requirements

All assignments, workshops and modules are compulsory for this unit and must be completed to fulfil the requirements and pass the unit successfully. You must receive at least a "PASS" level or above via the rubric in EVERY assignment to meet this unit's requirements. A 'FAIL' in any component will result in you receiving a 'not met requirement' for this unit. Note that this unit's final grade will not go towards a student's WAM result.

Attendance and engagement are required at the three compulsory workshop classes as per the information about the ‘Participation’ assessment. Where there is an unavoidable clash with a class or a valid reason for non-attendance, students will be asked to complete a make-up exercise after applying by email in advance to the Unit Coordinator.

Study commitment

Typically, there is a minimum expectation of 1.5-2 hours of student effort per week per credit point for units of study offered over a full semester. For a 6 credit point unit, this equates to roughly 120-150 hours of student effort in total.

Required readings

Nielsen, D., Ballantyne, E., Murad, F., Fournier, M. (2022). Getting ready for work-integrated learning. BCcampus. https://opentextbc.ca/workintegratedlearning

Learning outcomes are what students know, understand and are able to do on completion of a unit of study. They are aligned with the University's graduate qualities and are assessed as part of the curriculum.

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Develop professional written and oral communication skills with all stakeholders.
  • LO2. Apply prior learning and knowledge to real life professional experiences.
  • LO3. Reflect upon workplace experiences, personal choices and actions to critically appraise their appropriateness.
  • LO4. Evaluate the importance of integrity and ethics for both corporations and individuals in the business world.

Graduate qualities

The graduate qualities are the qualities and skills that all University of Sydney graduates must demonstrate on successful completion of an award course. As a future Sydney graduate, the set of qualities have been designed to equip you for the contemporary world.

GQ1 Depth of disciplinary expertise

Deep disciplinary expertise is the ability to integrate and rigorously apply knowledge, understanding and skills of a recognised discipline defined by scholarly activity, as well as familiarity with evolving practice of the discipline.

GQ2 Critical thinking and problem solving

Critical thinking and problem solving are the questioning of ideas, evidence and assumptions in order to propose and evaluate hypotheses or alternative arguments before formulating a conclusion or a solution to an identified problem.

GQ3 Oral and written communication

Effective communication, in both oral and written form, is the clear exchange of meaning in a manner that is appropriate to audience and context.

GQ4 Information and digital literacy

Information and digital literacy is the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, manage, adapt, integrate, create and convey information using appropriate resources, tools and strategies.

GQ5 Inventiveness

Generating novel ideas and solutions.

GQ6 Cultural competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to actively, ethically, respectfully, and successfully engage across and between cultures. In the Australian context, this includes and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, knowledge systems, and a mature understanding of contemporary issues.

GQ7 Interdisciplinary effectiveness

Interdisciplinary effectiveness is the integration and synthesis of multiple viewpoints and practices, working effectively across disciplinary boundaries.

GQ8 Integrated professional, ethical, and personal identity

An integrated professional, ethical and personal identity is understanding the interaction between one’s personal and professional selves in an ethical context.

GQ9 Influence

Engaging others in a process, idea or vision.

Outcome map

Learning outcomes Graduate qualities
GQ1 GQ2 GQ3 GQ4 GQ5 GQ6 GQ7 GQ8 GQ9

This section outlines changes made to this unit following staff and student reviews.

No significant changes have been made since this unit was last offered.

It is recommended the student checks the Learning Activities and Assessment requirements carefully before the unit commences to ensure you are able to commit to the specific unit requirements.

Additional costs

N/A

Site visit guidelines

As per the placement company guidelines. The WIL Hub reserves the right to visit a student's placement to ensure OH&S and that meaningful supervision is taking place.

Work, health and safety

WHS requirements for the placement experience will be as per the placement company guidelines. Please see Canvas for more details.

Disclaimer

The University reserves the right to amend units of study or no longer offer certain units, including where there are low enrolment numbers.

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