Professional Placement subjects
Please note
The Industry Placement Minor as four combined subjects and qualification, is no longer available to students, however the individual Professional Placement Subjects are available for enrolment up to the end of 2026. Consultation with the Professional Placement Program Coordinator is essential.
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The Professional Placement Subjects are university-wide electives designed to help you become a career-ready graduate. These subjects give you the opportunity to apply your classroom learning in a real workplace, gain hands-on experience, and grow your professional network.
These subjects are ideal for students who want to:
- Explore different career options
- Complete over 100 hours of placement experience
- Immerse themselves in one or more professional settings
- Undertake an elective placement (especially if a discipline-specific subject isn't available)
Key information
About the Professional Placement Subjects
The Professional Placement Subjects are university-wide electives designed to give you real industry experience and prepare you for life beyond university.
Subjects offered:
Credit points: 15 per subject
Placement hours: Each subject involves 100 placement hours and subject assessment tasks
Flexibility: You may be able to complete one or more of the subjects depending on your elective space, however consultation with the Program Coordinator is essential.
Additional:
- Offered in La Trobe’s Academic Terms Calendar (each Term is 6 weeks long)
- Most placements will be student-sourced
The Professional Placement subjects are only available for enrolment up to the end of 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
You may be eligible to enrol in one of more of the Professional Placement subjects if you meet these requirements:
- have elective space available in your study plan
- have completed 120 credit points of your degree, i.e. equivalent to 1st year of your degree
Finding a Placement
In most cases, you'll need to find your own placement. The Professional Placements Program Coordinator will be able to provide resources and support to help you:
- Identify suitable organisations
- Navigate the application process
- Access a small number of university sourced placement opportunities
Important: Your placement must be approved by the Subject Coordinator before the Term begins. If not approved in time, you will need to withdraw from the subject/s.
How to Apply
The Professional Placement subjects are available for enrolment up to the end of 2026. If you are interested in undertaking one or more of these subjects, you will need to email the Professional Placement Program Coordinator.
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Contact us
For further information about the industry placement subjects, the application process and placement opportunities, please email: industryplacements@latrobe.edu.au
