Science Industry Placement (SCIE3050)
Information valid for Summer Semester, 2019
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Biological Sciences School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Prerequisite
Successful completion of a minimum of 24 units towards current program, including a minimum of 8 units of level 2 or higher courses, by the end of the previous semester
Restricted
Permission of the Associate Dean (Academic). Students must secure a suitable placement in a science-related workplace. Quota of 40 places by expression of interest. Expected GPA cut-off of 5.0.
Assessment methods
Learning Contract and Risk Assessment, Reflective Practice, Presentation and Placement Supervisor Report
Course enquiries
Dr Louise Kuchel - Summer; Professor Susan Rowland - Winter (TP5)
Work Integrated Learning
Industry Placements
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Summer Semester, 2023 (27/11/2023 - 10/02/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (24/06/2024 - 17/08/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
The Science Industry Placement course enables students to acquire practical skills and experience in an authentic work environment. Through the completion of 120 hours of placement in a science-related workplace, students will gain an understanding of the real world application of their learning. They will also learn about the nature of careers in science, identify possible career pathways, and reflect on their own professional skills and personal development.
Course Quota: 40 students
Students are responsible for securing their own suitable work placement related to their studies, subject to Faculty of Science approval. Students interested in taking this course should read the Frequently Asked Questions on StudentHub before submitting an expression of interest via UQ's placement management system Placements.
Students are encouraged to access resources and attend workshops offered by the Student Employability Centre to assist with identifying opportunities and preparing application documents.
All enquiries for this course should be addressed to the Faculty of Science (enquire@science.uq.edu.au).
