Expectations of students
Expectations of students involved in experience based learning will significantly differ from those engaged in WIL (some form of industry placement).
Students involved in Experience Based Learning activities are encouraged to:
- Treat experience based learning activities as an opportunity to learn more about your chosen industry, even though they may not be taking place in an industry setting
- Reflect on how your course theory relates to the experience based learning activity
- Ask questions of industry staff if applicable – i.e. not all experience based learning activities will involve industry representatives; for example case studies, simulations etc. Examples of experience based learning activities where you have the opportunity to engage with industry include field trips and guest lectures
- Make the most of opportunities presented
Students involved in Work Integrated Learning activities are expected to:
- Be punctual and appropriately presented – if in doubt about dress code, ask your host!
- Undertake your placement in a professional and responsible manner, in line with the standards of the organisation you are working for and remember that you are representing La Trobe University
- Make an active contribution to the organisation hosting your placement
- Get involved in the culture of the organisation
- Further develop your knowledge of the organisation/industry in which you are undertaking placement
- Use the opportunity to expand your industry networks
- Seek feedback from you host regarding progress while on placement
- Contact your WIL or Subject Coordinator in regards to any issues that arise in the workplace or concerns that you may have
- Maintain and adhere to OH&S regulations
