Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit provides students with the opportunity to apply, develop and critically reflect upon the skills they are learning in a professional context. With the guidance of the unit coordinator, students will plan and arrange a work placement relevant to their own studies. Content and assessment for the unit include training in the necessary skills for securing such placements, and reflective learning on the skills gained during the placement.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Honours option in Linguistics [Bachelor of Arts (Honours)]
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) understand and engage autonomously with the nature of job market and broader vocational opportunities within their field of study; (2) apply the skills and knowledge gained in their studies in a professional context; and (3) critically reflect on their professional development and learning in professional placement.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) placement proposal; (2) reflective assignment; and (3) placement report. Further information is available in the unit outline.



This unit is assessed on an ungraded pass/ungraded failed basis. All assessment items must be successfully completed.

Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Benjamin Smith
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Approval of the unit coordinator
Contact hours
150 hours divided between work placement and assignment preparation and writing.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.