1. APPLICATION OF DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE IN WORK BASED SETTING
Application
Communication,

2. DEVELOPMENT OF CAREER MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Application
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning

3. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF SUBJECT DISCIPLINE
Knowledge and Understanding
Learning

4. DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE OF ORGANISATIONAL AND INDUSTRY CONTEXT
Analysis
Application
Knowledge and Understanding

5. DEVELOP RELEVANT EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Application
Communication
Knowledge and Understanding
Reflection
Problem Solving

1. Completion of a Placement Planning document – 500 words (LO’s 1 – 5) Weighted at 20%

2. Completion of Reflective Learning Log based on real-life placement or where a student is not able to engage in 50hrs placements, a reflective learning log on a simulated case study the focus of which is to be negotiated between learner and module leader- 1,500 words (LO’s 1 – 5) Weighted at 80%

The Work Placement module provides you with an insight into future careers and an introduction to work based skills and competence development and critical reflection whilst contributing to the work of the placement employer.

You are expected to plan for and participate in Work Based Learning (WBL) during your first year of study through a work placement of a minimum of 50 hours work to be completed by the end of Semester 3 of your first year of study.

You will work with your 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. You will be supported throughout the process by your mentor and will be provided with an induction and ongoing support.
You will be expected to complete an online Reflective Learning Log to provide evidence of skills and competences outlined in the PPD.

Learning will be evidenced against the module learning outcomes and the Placement Planning Document and be tailored to the student and the course.

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 (2018)

Employer workplace and systems
Blackboard : VLE, Webinar (Collaborative), Blogs, Discussion Boards, Online Tests
LinkedIn Learning
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Microsoft Office Suite
Padlet
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)

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.