Module Descriptors
WORK PLACEMENT
BUSM50006
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 5
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Kathryn Mitchell
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Pattern of Delivery
- Occurrence A, Stoke Campus, UG Semester 2
- Occurrence D, Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Colombo), UG Semester 2
- Occurrence E, Disted College, UG Semester 2
- Occurrence G, Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Kandy), UG Semester 2
- Occurrence J, Guangxi Minzu University, UG Semester 2
- Occurrence R, British University Vietnam, UG Semester 3 to UG Semester 1
- Occurrence R, British University Vietnam, UG Semester 3
- Occurrence S, British University Vietnam, UG Semester 2
Sites
- Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Colombo)
- Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Kandy)
- British University Vietnam
- Disted College
- Guangxi Minzu University
- Stoke Campus
Assessment
- Coursework - Placement Planning Document weighted at 20%
- Coursework - Reflective Learning Log weighted at 80%
Module Details
Learning Outcomes
1. APPLICATION OF DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE IN WORK BASED SETTING
Analysis
Application
Communication,
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
2. DEVELOPMENT OF CAREER MANGEMENT SKILLS
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
3. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECT DISCIPLINE
Analysis
Application
Communication,
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Problem Solving
4. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF ORGANISATIONAL AND INDUSTRY CONTEXT
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Problem Solving
5. DEVELOP RELEVANT EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Analysis
Application
Communication,
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
2. DEVELOPMENT OF CAREER MANGEMENT SKILLS
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
3. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECT DISCIPLINE
Analysis
Application
Communication,
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Problem Solving
4. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF ORGANISATIONAL AND INDUSTRY CONTEXT
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Problem Solving
5. DEVELOP RELEVANT EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Analysis
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning
Assessment Details
1. Completion of a Placement Planning document (LO’s 1 – 5) Weighted at 20% (500 words approximately)
2. Completion of Reflective Learning Log (LO’s 1 – 5) Weighted at 80% (2,000 words approximately)
2. Completion of Reflective Learning Log (LO’s 1 – 5) Weighted at 80% (2,000 words approximately)
Indicative Content
Students are expected to plan for and participate in Work Based Learning (WBL) during their second year of study through a work placement of a minimum of 50 hours work to be completed by the end of Semester 2 of Level 5.
Students will work with their academic placement mentor to plan for the placement using a Placement Planning Document (PPD) which will support discussions around choice of placement, industry knowledge, specific role information, and employability behaviours. The PPD will be completed before the placement commences and will provide the framework for individualised learning and employability outcomes. Students will be supported throughout the process by their mentor and will be provided with an induction and ongoing support.
Students will be expected to complete an online Reflective Learning Log to provide evidence of skills and competences outlined in the PPD.
Students will work with their academic placement mentor to plan for the placement using a Placement Planning Document (PPD) which will support discussions around choice of placement, industry knowledge, specific role information, and employability behaviours. The PPD will be completed before the placement commences and will provide the framework for individualised learning and employability outcomes. Students will be supported throughout the process by their mentor and will be provided with an induction and ongoing support.
Students will be expected to complete an online Reflective Learning Log to provide evidence of skills and competences outlined in the PPD.
Learning Strategies
Learning will be evidenced against the module learning outcomes and the Placement Planning Document and be tailored to the student and the course.
Texts
Ruth Helyer, (2015) "Learning through reflection: the critical role of reflection in work-based learning (WBL)", Journal of Work-Applied Management, Vol. 7 Issue: 1,pp.15-27, https://doi.org/10.1108/JWAM-10-2015-003
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Placement Planning Guide (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for students (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for employers (201
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Placement Planning Guide (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for students (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for employers (201
Resources
Employer workplace and systems
Blackboard : VLE, Webinar (Collaborative), Blogs, Discussion Boards, Online Tests
LinkedIn
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft 365
Padlet
Guest Speakers
Annual entrepreneurship festival
Lynda.com training tools
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Placement Planning Guide (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for students (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for employers (2018)
Blackboard : VLE, Webinar (Collaborative), Blogs, Discussion Boards, Online Tests
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft 365
Padlet
Guest Speakers
Annual entrepreneurship festival
Lynda.com training tools
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Placement Planning Guide (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for students (2018)
Staffordshire University – Work Based Learning – Work Experience Guide for employers (2018)
Web Descriptor
The Work Placement module provides you with the opportunity to enhance your work based skills and competency whilst contributing to the operation of a chosen employer. You will have an insight into future careers and develop critical reflection skills in order to continue your professional development. You will be required to complete a minimum of 50 hours on work placement before you commence your final year of study.