Industry Ready: Placement Process (H7139)
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Industry Ready: Mastering the Placement Application Process
Module H7139
Module details for 2024/25.
0 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
This module covers the essential elements of an industrial placement. In this module you will appreciate the benefits of undertaking experience and you will develop the necessary skills to be successful in securing an industrial placement. It also offers an opportunity to be part of a professional network of students, mentors, career professionals, industrialists, etc. An additional benefit of this module is to be exposed to the multiple resources provided by the University’s careers and entrepreneurship team.
Indicative topics:
Benefits of placement
Understanding the placement cycle
Planning and project managing your placement
Job search
CV and interview preparation
Getting ready for and making the most of your placement
Practicalities of your placement
AHEP4 LOs:
Developed – C16, C17, M17, C18, M18
Module learning outcomes
Successfully apply for, secure, and navigate a one-year industry placement
Demonstrate understanding the requirements and expectations of the industry placement process
Demonstrate effective job search, application and selection skills and techniques
Demonstrate the application of transferable career management skills that can be used in future career pursuits
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 01100000110 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 10011011001 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11001111110 |
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Convenor
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