Multi-discipline placement subjects
Practical work placements in a real industry setting are offered right across the University. Multi-discipline subjects are avaialble with preference being given to students who do not have a compulsory WBL subject as part of their course.
University WIL Subjects
The collection known as The University WIL subjects, are a suite of multidisciplinary placement and project subjects, designed to help you build the skills, confidence and networks needed to thrive in your career.
Through the University Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) subjects, you’ll connect academic learning with practical experience.
- Connect with industry through a WIL placement or project experience
- Opportunities across all disciplines
- 80-100 hour experiences available
Subject options
You can choose to undertake either an Industry Placement or an Industry Project as part of your undergraduate degree.
Eligibility:
- have elective space
- completed at least 90 credit points
Industry Placement (80 hours)
- Apply theory in real-world settings
- Access workplace support and supervision
- Build career-ready skills to stand out in the job market
Industry Project (80 hours)
- Solve real client challenges in multidisciplinary teams
- Access academic support and guidance
- Present your ideas directly to industry professionals
Discipline | Subject Code | Subject Name | Delivery | Study Period | Placement options |
Industry Placement | Industry Placement subjects |
| Student Sourced or University Sourced | ||
Industry Project | Industry Project subjects |
| All projects are sourced by the University |
Need more information to help you choose?
- Review the list of Industry Placement and Project subject codes relevant to your course [PDF 82.6 KB].
- Choose your path: Projects and Placements [PDF 61.4 KB]
- Read our Frequently Asked Questions [PDF 152.9 KB]
The Professional Placement Subjects, a suite of 4 subjects, are university-wide electives designed for students to explore longer placements or multiple placement experiences within their degree. They are best suited for students who have more than one elective subject available that they would like to use to complete placement.
These subjects are ideal for students who want to:
- Explore different career options
- Complete 100 - 400 hours of placement experience
- Immerse themselves in one or more professional settings
- Undertake 1-4 elective placements
These subjects are available until the end of 2026. Initial consultation with the Professional Placement Program Coordinator is essential.
Discipline | Subject Code | Subject Name | Delivery | Study Period | Placement Options |
Professional Placement subjects | Professional Placement 1, 2, 3 and 4 (Undergraduate subjects) |
| Student Sourced |
Ready to build your career while you study? This 15-credit point elective subject offers 100 hours of placement experience designed to help you develop valuable employability skills in a professional setting.
It’s available to postgraduate students in their final year, across multiple disciplines and all La Trobe campuses.
Discipline | Subject Code | Subject Name | Delivery | Study Period | Placement options |
Industry Placement | Industry Placement |
| Student Sourced or University Sourced |
Scheduled dates
If you are enrolling in the multi-modal Industry Project subject, you must be available for the key dates.
It’s important that you are available to attend face-to-face events to meet your client, your team members and to undertake important training to prepare you for success in your industry project.
| Date | Event | Location |
13 April | Industry project intake form opens | N/A |
3 July | Industry project intake form closes | N/A |
From 3 July | Student project group allocations advised | N/A |
From 10 July | Final confirmation emails distributed | N/A |
20 July | Industry Project Induction Day Time: 12.00pm - 4.00pm | Onsite – Bundoora campus |
4 August | Masterclass 1 - Project Management Skills Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Online |
25 August | Masterclass 2 - Writing a Business Case Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Online |
5 October | Industry Project Pitch Day Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm Please note: you will be allocated to a unique timeslot within this timeframe. | Onsite – Bundoora campus |
8 October | Finalist's Pitch Day Time: 9.00am - 12.00pm | Onsite - Bundoora campus |
If you are enrolling in the Online Industry Project subject, you must be available for the key dates, noting there is an intake form to complete after you enrol.
It’s important that you are available to attend face-to-face events to meet your client, your team members and to undertake important training to prepare you for success in your industry project.
| Date | Event | Location |
13 April | Industry project intake form opens | N/A |
3 July | Industry project intake form closes | N/A |
From 3 July | Student project group allocations advised | N/A |
From 10 July | Final confirmation emails distributed | N/A |
22 July | Industry Project Induction Day Time: 8.30am - 12.30pm | Online |
4 August | Masterclass 1 - Project Management Skills Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Online |
25 August | Masterclass 2 - Writing a Business Case Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Online |
6 October | Industry Project Pitch Day Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm Please note: you will be allocated to a unique timeslot within the timeframe | Online |
| 8 October | Finalist's Pitch Day Time: 1.00pm - 4.00 pm | Online |
You must be enrolled in a subject to access the necessary information and application instructions.
If you are enrolling in the Industry Placement subject, make sure you are available for the following key dates:
| Date | Event |
| 13 April | Industry placement applications open |
| 4 May | Industry placement applications close |
| From 3 June | Interview process may be required |
| From 19 June | Application outcomes advised |
You must be enrolled in a subject to access the necessary information and application instructions.
If you are enrolling in the Industry Placement subject, make sure you are available for the following key dates:
| Date | Event | |
3 August | Industry placement applications open | |
24 August | Industry placement applications close | |
| From 22 September | Interview process may be required | |
| From 9 October | Application outcomes advised | |
If you are enrolling in the Industry Placement subject and sourcing your own placement, make sure you note the following key dates:
| Date | Event | |
26 June | Student sourced applications close | |
If you are enrolling in the Industry Placement subject and sourcing your own placement, make sure you note the following key dates:
| Date | Event | |
16 October | Student sourced applications close | |
If you are enrolling in the Professional Placement subject, make sure you note the following key dates:
Date | Event | |
20 April | Term 3 student sourced applications close | |
| 29 June | Term 4 student sourced applications close | |
| 24 August | Term 5 student sourced applications close | |