Module Descriptors
UNIT 12: INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
SPOR50347
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 5
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 45
Independent Study Hours: 105
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture room.
Appropriately and adequately equipped learning resource facility.
Various media such as books, journals, publications, computer-based resources and videos to provide current information and research findings. Internet access to research findings.
Appropriately and adequately equipped learning resource facility.
Various media such as books, journals, publications, computer-based resources and videos to provide current information and research findings. Internet access to research findings.
Module Texts
Textbooks
Edwards, L. Great Careers for People Interested in Sport and Fitness (Kogan Page, 1997)
Megginson D and Whitaker V. Cultivating Self-Development (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, 1996)
Sharon, D and Summers J. Great Careers for People Interested in Travel and Tourism (Kogan Page, 1997)
Sussams J, E. How to Write Effective Reports (Gower, 1998)
Additions
Bolton, G. (2001) Reflective practice : writing and professional development, London, Paul Chapman.
Brockbank, A., McGill, I. & Beech, N. (eds) (2002) Reflective learning in practice, Aldershot,
Burns, T. & Sinfield, S. (2003) Essential study skills: the complete guide to success at university London, SAGE.
Cottrell, S. (2003) Skills for success : the personal development planning handbook, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan
Kolb, D.A. (1984) Experiential learning : experience as the source of learning and development, London ; Englewood Cliffs, [N.J.], Prentice-Hall. Gower
Northedge, A. (2005) The good study guide (2nd ed) Milton Keynes, Open University.
Van Emden, J. & Becker, L. (2004) Presentation skills for students Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan
Edwards, L. Great Careers for People Interested in Sport and Fitness (Kogan Page, 1997)
Megginson D and Whitaker V. Cultivating Self-Development (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, 1996)
Sharon, D and Summers J. Great Careers for People Interested in Travel and Tourism (Kogan Page, 1997)
Sussams J, E. How to Write Effective Reports (Gower, 1998)
Additions
Bolton, G. (2001) Reflective practice : writing and professional development, London, Paul Chapman.
Brockbank, A., McGill, I. & Beech, N. (eds) (2002) Reflective learning in practice, Aldershot,
Burns, T. & Sinfield, S. (2003) Essential study skills: the complete guide to success at university London, SAGE.
Cottrell, S. (2003) Skills for success : the personal development planning handbook, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan
Kolb, D.A. (1984) Experiential learning : experience as the source of learning and development, London ; Englewood Cliffs, [N.J.], Prentice-Hall. Gower
Northedge, A. (2005) The good study guide (2nd ed) Milton Keynes, Open University.
Van Emden, J. & Becker, L. (2004) Presentation skills for students Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan
Module Learning Strategies
45 Hours Contact:-
10 x 1.5 hours tutor-led lecture programme.
20 x 1.5 hours tutor-led and/or student-led tutorials and workshop programme. May also include completion of work-based experience.
105 Hours independent study:-
90 hours research/reading (may include placement)
15 hours module file completion
10 x 1.5 hours tutor-led lecture programme.
20 x 1.5 hours tutor-led and/or student-led tutorials and workshop programme. May also include completion of work-based experience.
105 Hours independent study:-
90 hours research/reading (may include placement)
15 hours module file completion
Module Indicative Content
This unit is achieved by researching and undertaking an industrial placement. It requires learners to demonstrate an in-depth and a broad knowledge of the organisation chosen, and an ability to analyse the relationships between the many sections of the organisation. They will be responsible for investigating the availability of suitable local placements and Complete a work-based experience, undertaking operational tasks in accordance with company practices and procedures. A diary of activities undertaken and evidence of appraisal, analysis of performance, and development will also be required. All learners' criminal records must be checked, and placements risk assessed prior to commencement of the work experience.
Module Additional Assessment Details
1 x module file covering outcomes 1,2,3 and 4 (2500 words)
The module file will contain a diary of activities undertaken and evidence of appraisal, analysis of performance, and development
The module file will contain a diary of activities undertaken and evidence of appraisal, analysis of performance, and development