IFN004 HDR Internship
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| Unit code: | IFN004 |
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| Timetable | Details in HiQ, if available |
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Unit Outline: Flexible Period - 04A 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN004 |
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| Credit points: | 0 |
Overview
IFN004 is an optional Work Integrated Learning unit for students who have secured a research internship during their HDR candidature. Internships are generally for three months but can vary in duration at the discretion of the relevant approvers. The unit has been designed for but not limited to participants in the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) HDR Internship program. You must have a formally approved and confirmed internship project and agreement to be enrolled in this unit. The aim of this unit is to enable you to undertake a supervised project in an industry environment that involves both practical application and critical reflection. This unit provides you with an opportunity to contextualise your research skills in the real world on an industry-generated problem while building important connections with industry, placing you in a great position to succeed with your future career.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Recognise potential opportunities and challenges of working in an industry setting
- Develop new, and expand on existing transferrable skills
- Critically reflect on and evaluate your skills development
- Demonstrate and communicate your skills and experiences to various audiences
- Develop networks and contacts who may be valuable for future employment or research engagement
Content
The unit consists of a research based work integrated learning experience in industry. Your internship will contextualise and further develop the skills generated throughout your HDR degree.
Note: the term industry is used in its broadest sense to refer to businesses, governments, government business enterprises, non-government organisations, not-for profit organisations, and community organisations.
Learning Approaches
The main learning approach in this unit is the provision of a research-based Work Integrated Learning experience. Internships are supported by an online module which will prepare you for the workplace and help you to maximize your learning through personalised learning goals and critical reflective tasks. You will be mentored through the experience by the chosen Academic Mentor for the project (selected through the internship set-up period prior to unit enrolment).
Learning activities supporting your internship include:
- Self-assessment of technical and transferrable skill levels and experience before and after your internship via the Skills Assessment tool.
- Pre-Internship preparation via the online module.
- Weekly check-ins including a brief weekly work log, reflective notes and the workplace activities and experiences.
- Mid-Internship presentation and group reflection on the progress of the internship to date.
- Final Internship presentation and group reflection on the outcome/s of the internship.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive regular formative feedback from the Academic Mentor, preferably in collaboration with the Industry Supervisor as part of the weekly check-ins. You will also receive formative feedback from the supervisor and academic mentor as part of the mid-internship and final presentations.
Upon completion of the internship you will receive an evaluation by the industry partner of your performance and learning during the internship.
Assessment
Overview
Summative assessment consists of three items and will be based on a grade of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. In order to pass the unit you must complete all items at a Satisfactory level.
PLEASE NOTE: Preparation for Internship & Weekly check-in
Preparation for Internship
You must complete all pre-internship requirements in the online module to be able to commence your internship. These include 100% completion of the pre-internship checklist/quiz and designing your own personalised learning goals and internship plan. You cannot start your internship until you have met all pre-internship requirements.
Weekly Check-In
You are required to complete a weekly check-in forming part of an online journal relating to noteworthy experiences /activities that you observe or are involved in as part of your work placement. This journal must be completed to ensure you have a record of what you have done and what you have learned. Maintaining the weekly check-ins will connect you with the Academic mentor throughout the internship and assist you in the preparation of the Assessment tasks. .
Unit Grading Scheme
S (Satisfactory) / U (Unsatisfactory)
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Mid-Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the project progress to date and outline the plans for the remaining project duration, including any re-alignment of your personal learning goals or project changes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. Drawing from the learning goals submitted as part of your pre-internship requirements, the presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the online module for further information.
*This must be completed mid-internship at the date outlined in the project agreement.
Assessment: Final Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the internship outcomes, both the project and your personal development outcomes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. The presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the unit’s online module for further information.
*This must be completed at the end of the internship at the date specified on the project agreement.
Assessment: Applied Reflective Task
Submit a short applied reflective task on your internship learnings and outcomes, using the learning goals submitted as part of the internship preparation and the weekly check-ins kept throughout the experience. Follow the guidelines provided in the online industry engagement module.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
The unit will be available to HDR students who have:
- successfully completed Stage 2 plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (IF49);
- successfully completed their Research Proposal plus 6 months 9full-time equivalent) study (IF80);
- the work-in-progress document plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (ED11);
- or Research Project Proposal plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (KK59);
- and who have a confirmed internship opportunity finalised with an industry partner and an academic mentor (via an established project agreement).
Students will be manually enrolled in the internship unit upon full execution of the internship agreement.
NB. A Blue Card is not a mandatory requirement for this unit. However, some internship opportunities will only be available to those who have a Blue Card. Please note that students may incur a cost to obtain a Blue Card if required.
Students are encouraged to participate in a range of broader learning opportunities offered under the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) framework prior to participating in an internship. Particularly, offerings related to internships, networking and career development.
Resources
An essential resource for this unit is the HDR Industry Engagement online module, which can be found via the Research Student community pages on HiQ/Digital Workplace or via the ‘Communities’ section of Canvas.
There are no specific materials required for this unit. You may be asked to refer to materials by your supervisor in the workplace, or by your Academic Mentor. You may be required to obtain a Blue card and immunisations and there may be other mandatory requirements that will incur some cost for you. You may be required to supply personal protective equipment.
Resource Materials
Other
HDR Skills Assessment Tool qut.to/HDRskills
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit involves participation in an industry experience undertaking a research project. During this experience, students will be exposed to a range of risks and hazards that are normally encountered by professionals practising in the selected setting. Students undertaking these placements are automatically subject to the workplace health and safety policies, procedures and regulations operating within the facility in which they are placed. Students undertaking an international experience need to comply with QUT's travel policy and meet QUT's pre-departure requirements before departure.
Risks associated with projects vary. Students need to abide by the health and safety requirements relevant to their project.
All accidents, incidents and critical near-misses should be reported to the industry workplace safety supervisor, the academic mentor and the HDR Partnership Officer.
More information on health and safety can be obtained from: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au
Unit Outline: Flexible Period - 06A 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN004 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 0 |
Overview
IFN004 is an optional Work Integrated Learning unit for students who have secured a research internship during their HDR candidature. Internships are generally for three months but can vary in duration at the discretion of the relevant approvers. The unit has been designed for but not limited to participants in the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) HDR Internship program. You must have a formally approved and confirmed internship project and agreement to be enrolled in this unit. The aim of this unit is to enable you to undertake a supervised project in an industry environment that involves both practical application and critical reflection. This unit provides you with an opportunity to contextualise your research skills in the real world on an industry-generated problem while building important connections with industry, placing you in a great position to succeed with your future career.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Recognise potential opportunities and challenges of working in an industry setting
- Develop new, and expand on existing transferrable skills
- Critically reflect on and evaluate your skills development
- Demonstrate and communicate your skills and experiences to various audiences
- Develop networks and contacts who may be valuable for future employment or research engagement
Content
The unit consists of a research based work integrated learning experience in industry. Your internship will contextualise and further develop the skills generated throughout your HDR degree.
Note: the term industry is used in its broadest sense to refer to businesses, governments, government business enterprises, non-government organisations, not-for profit organisations, and community organisations.
Learning Approaches
The main learning approach in this unit is the provision of a research-based Work Integrated Learning experience. Internships are supported by an online module which will prepare you for the workplace and help you to maximize your learning through personalised learning goals and critical reflective tasks. You will be mentored through the experience by the chosen Academic Mentor for the project (selected through the internship set-up period prior to unit enrolment).
Learning activities supporting your internship include:
- Self-assessment of technical and transferrable skill levels and experience before and after your internship via the Skills Assessment tool.
- Pre-Internship preparation via the online module.
- Weekly check-ins including a brief weekly work log, reflective notes and the workplace activities and experiences.
- Mid-Internship presentation and group reflection on the progress of the internship to date.
- Final Internship presentation and group reflection on the outcome/s of the internship.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive regular formative feedback from the Academic Mentor, preferably in collaboration with the Industry Supervisor as part of the weekly check-ins. You will also receive formative feedback from the supervisor and academic mentor as part of the mid-internship and final presentations.
Upon completion of the internship you will receive an evaluation by the industry partner of your performance and learning during the internship.
Assessment
Overview
Summative assessment consists of three items and will be based on a grade of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. In order to pass the unit you must complete all items at a Satisfactory level.
PLEASE NOTE: Preparation for Internship & Weekly check-in
Preparation for Internship
You must complete all pre-internship requirements in the online module to be able to commence your internship. These include 100% completion of the pre-internship checklist/quiz and designing your own personalised learning goals and internship plan. You cannot start your internship until you have met all pre-internship requirements.
Weekly Check-In
You are required to complete a weekly check-in forming part of an online journal relating to noteworthy experiences /activities that you observe or are involved in as part of your work placement. This journal must be completed to ensure you have a record of what you have done and what you have learned. Maintaining the weekly check-ins will connect you with the Academic mentor throughout the internship and assist you in the preparation of the Assessment tasks. .
Unit Grading Scheme
S (Satisfactory) / U (Unsatisfactory)
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Mid-Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the project progress to date and outline the plans for the remaining project duration, including any re-alignment of your personal learning goals or project changes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. Drawing from the learning goals submitted as part of your pre-internship requirements, the presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the online module for further information.
*This must be completed mid-internship at the date outlined in the project agreement.
Assessment: Final Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the internship outcomes, both the project and your personal development outcomes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. The presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the unit’s online module for further information.
*This must be completed at the end of the internship at the date specified on the project agreement.
Assessment: Applied Reflective Task
Submit a short applied reflective task on your internship learnings and outcomes, using the learning goals submitted as part of the internship preparation and the weekly check-ins kept throughout the experience. Follow the guidelines provided in the online industry engagement module.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
The unit will be available to HDR students who have:
- successfully completed Stage 2 plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (IF49);
- successfully completed their Research Proposal plus 6 months 9full-time equivalent) study (IF80);
- the work-in-progress document plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (ED11);
- or Research Project Proposal plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (KK59);
- and who have a confirmed internship opportunity finalised with an industry partner and an academic mentor (via an established project agreement).
Students will be manually enrolled in the internship unit upon full execution of the internship agreement.
NB. A Blue Card is not a mandatory requirement for this unit. However, some internship opportunities will only be available to those who have a Blue Card. Please note that students may incur a cost to obtain a Blue Card if required.
Students are encouraged to participate in a range of broader learning opportunities offered under the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) framework prior to participating in an internship. Particularly, offerings related to internships, networking and career development.
Resources
An essential resource for this unit is the HDR Industry Engagement online module, which can be found via the Research Student community pages on HiQ/Digital Workplace or via the ‘Communities’ section of Canvas.
There are no specific materials required for this unit. You may be asked to refer to materials by your supervisor in the workplace, or by your Academic Mentor. You may be required to obtain a Blue card and immunisations and there may be other mandatory requirements that will incur some cost for you. You may be required to supply personal protective equipment.
Resource Materials
Other
HDR Skills Assessment Tool qut.to/HDRskills
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit involves participation in an industry experience undertaking a research project. During this experience, students will be exposed to a range of risks and hazards that are normally encountered by professionals practising in the selected setting. Students undertaking these placements are automatically subject to the workplace health and safety policies, procedures and regulations operating within the facility in which they are placed. Students undertaking an international experience need to comply with QUT's travel policy and meet QUT's pre-departure requirements before departure.
Risks associated with projects vary. Students need to abide by the health and safety requirements relevant to their project.
All accidents, incidents and critical near-misses should be reported to the industry workplace safety supervisor, the academic mentor and the HDR Partnership Officer.
More information on health and safety can be obtained from: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au
Unit Outline: Flexible Period - 08A 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN004 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 0 |
Overview
IFN004 is an optional Work Integrated Learning unit for students who have secured a research internship during their HDR candidature. Internships are generally for three months but can vary in duration at the discretion of the relevant approvers. The unit has been designed for but not limited to participants in the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) HDR Internship program. You must have a formally approved and confirmed internship project and agreement to be enrolled in this unit. The aim of this unit is to enable you to undertake a supervised project in an industry environment that involves both practical application and critical reflection. This unit provides you with an opportunity to contextualise your research skills in the real world on an industry-generated problem while building important connections with industry, placing you in a great position to succeed with your future career.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Recognise potential opportunities and challenges of working in an industry setting
- Develop new, and expand on existing transferrable skills
- Critically reflect on and evaluate your skills development
- Demonstrate and communicate your skills and experiences to various audiences
- Develop networks and contacts who may be valuable for future employment or research engagement
Content
The unit consists of a research based work integrated learning experience in industry. Your internship will contextualise and further develop the skills generated throughout your HDR degree.
Note: the term industry is used in its broadest sense to refer to businesses, governments, government business enterprises, non-government organisations, not-for profit organisations, and community organisations.
Learning Approaches
The main learning approach in this unit is the provision of a research-based Work Integrated Learning experience. Internships are supported by an online module which will prepare you for the workplace and help you to maximize your learning through personalised learning goals and critical reflective tasks. You will be mentored through the experience by the chosen Academic Mentor for the project (selected through the internship set-up period prior to unit enrolment).
Learning activities supporting your internship include:
- Self-assessment of technical and transferrable skill levels and experience before and after your internship via the Skills Assessment tool.
- Pre-Internship preparation via the online module.
- Weekly check-ins including a brief weekly work log, reflective notes and the workplace activities and experiences.
- Mid-Internship presentation and group reflection on the progress of the internship to date.
- Final Internship presentation and group reflection on the outcome/s of the internship.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive regular formative feedback from the Academic Mentor, preferably in collaboration with the Industry Supervisor as part of the weekly check-ins. You will also receive formative feedback from the supervisor and academic mentor as part of the mid-internship and final presentations.
Upon completion of the internship you will receive an evaluation by the industry partner of your performance and learning during the internship.
Assessment
Overview
Summative assessment consists of three items and will be based on a grade of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. In order to pass the unit you must complete all items at a Satisfactory level.
PLEASE NOTE: Preparation for Internship & Weekly check-in
Preparation for Internship
You must complete all pre-internship requirements in the online module to be able to commence your internship. These include 100% completion of the pre-internship checklist/quiz and designing your own personalised learning goals and internship plan. You cannot start your internship until you have met all pre-internship requirements.
Weekly Check-In
You are required to complete a weekly check-in forming part of an online journal relating to noteworthy experiences /activities that you observe or are involved in as part of your work placement. This journal must be completed to ensure you have a record of what you have done and what you have learned. Maintaining the weekly check-ins will connect you with the Academic mentor throughout the internship and assist you in the preparation of the Assessment tasks. .
Unit Grading Scheme
S (Satisfactory) / U (Unsatisfactory)
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Mid-Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the project progress to date and outline the plans for the remaining project duration, including any re-alignment of your personal learning goals or project changes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. Drawing from the learning goals submitted as part of your pre-internship requirements, the presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the online module for further information.
*This must be completed mid-internship at the date outlined in the project agreement.
Assessment: Final Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the internship outcomes, both the project and your personal development outcomes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. The presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the unit’s online module for further information.
*This must be completed at the end of the internship at the date specified on the project agreement.
Assessment: Applied Reflective Task
Submit a short applied reflective task on your internship learnings and outcomes, using the learning goals submitted as part of the internship preparation and the weekly check-ins kept throughout the experience. Follow the guidelines provided in the online industry engagement module.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
The unit will be available to HDR students who have:
- successfully completed Stage 2 plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (IF49);
- successfully completed their Research Proposal plus 6 months 9full-time equivalent) study (IF80);
- the work-in-progress document plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (ED11);
- or Research Project Proposal plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (KK59);
- and who have a confirmed internship opportunity finalised with an industry partner and an academic mentor (via an established project agreement).
Students will be manually enrolled in the internship unit upon full execution of the internship agreement.
NB. A Blue Card is not a mandatory requirement for this unit. However, some internship opportunities will only be available to those who have a Blue Card. Please note that students may incur a cost to obtain a Blue Card if required.
Students are encouraged to participate in a range of broader learning opportunities offered under the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) framework prior to participating in an internship. Particularly, offerings related to internships, networking and career development.
Resources
An essential resource for this unit is the HDR Industry Engagement online module, which can be found via the Research Student community pages on HiQ/Digital Workplace or via the ‘Communities’ section of Canvas.
There are no specific materials required for this unit. You may be asked to refer to materials by your supervisor in the workplace, or by your Academic Mentor. You may be required to obtain a Blue card and immunisations and there may be other mandatory requirements that will incur some cost for you. You may be required to supply personal protective equipment.
Resource Materials
Other
HDR Skills Assessment Tool qut.to/HDRskills
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit involves participation in an industry experience undertaking a research project. During this experience, students will be exposed to a range of risks and hazards that are normally encountered by professionals practising in the selected setting. Students undertaking these placements are automatically subject to the workplace health and safety policies, procedures and regulations operating within the facility in which they are placed. Students undertaking an international experience need to comply with QUT's travel policy and meet QUT's pre-departure requirements before departure.
Risks associated with projects vary. Students need to abide by the health and safety requirements relevant to their project.
All accidents, incidents and critical near-misses should be reported to the industry workplace safety supervisor, the academic mentor and the HDR Partnership Officer.
More information on health and safety can be obtained from: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au
Unit Outline: Flexible Period - 12A 2025, Gardens Point, Internal
| Unit code: | IFN004 |
|---|---|
| Credit points: | 0 |
Overview
IFN004 is an optional Work Integrated Learning unit for students who have secured a research internship during their HDR candidature. Internships are generally for three months but can vary in duration at the discretion of the relevant approvers. The unit has been designed for but not limited to participants in the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) HDR Internship program. You must have a formally approved and confirmed internship project and agreement to be enrolled in this unit. The aim of this unit is to enable you to undertake a supervised project in an industry environment that involves both practical application and critical reflection. This unit provides you with an opportunity to contextualise your research skills in the real world on an industry-generated problem while building important connections with industry, placing you in a great position to succeed with your future career.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit you will be able to:
- Recognise potential opportunities and challenges of working in an industry setting
- Develop new, and expand on existing transferrable skills
- Critically reflect on and evaluate your skills development
- Demonstrate and communicate your skills and experiences to various audiences
- Develop networks and contacts who may be valuable for future employment or research engagement
Content
The unit consists of a research based work integrated learning experience in industry. Your internship will contextualise and further develop the skills generated throughout your HDR degree.
Note: the term industry is used in its broadest sense to refer to businesses, governments, government business enterprises, non-government organisations, not-for profit organisations, and community organisations.
Learning Approaches
The main learning approach in this unit is the provision of a research-based Work Integrated Learning experience. Internships are supported by an online module which will prepare you for the workplace and help you to maximize your learning through personalised learning goals and critical reflective tasks. You will be mentored through the experience by the chosen Academic Mentor for the project (selected through the internship set-up period prior to unit enrolment).
Learning activities supporting your internship include:
- Self-assessment of technical and transferrable skill levels and experience before and after your internship via the Skills Assessment tool.
- Pre-Internship preparation via the online module.
- Weekly check-ins including a brief weekly work log, reflective notes and the workplace activities and experiences.
- Mid-Internship presentation and group reflection on the progress of the internship to date.
- Final Internship presentation and group reflection on the outcome/s of the internship.
Feedback on Learning and Assessment
You will receive regular formative feedback from the Academic Mentor, preferably in collaboration with the Industry Supervisor as part of the weekly check-ins. You will also receive formative feedback from the supervisor and academic mentor as part of the mid-internship and final presentations.
Upon completion of the internship you will receive an evaluation by the industry partner of your performance and learning during the internship.
Assessment
Overview
Summative assessment consists of three items and will be based on a grade of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. In order to pass the unit you must complete all items at a Satisfactory level.
PLEASE NOTE: Preparation for Internship & Weekly check-in
Preparation for Internship
You must complete all pre-internship requirements in the online module to be able to commence your internship. These include 100% completion of the pre-internship checklist/quiz and designing your own personalised learning goals and internship plan. You cannot start your internship until you have met all pre-internship requirements.
Weekly Check-In
You are required to complete a weekly check-in forming part of an online journal relating to noteworthy experiences /activities that you observe or are involved in as part of your work placement. This journal must be completed to ensure you have a record of what you have done and what you have learned. Maintaining the weekly check-ins will connect you with the Academic mentor throughout the internship and assist you in the preparation of the Assessment tasks. .
Unit Grading Scheme
S (Satisfactory) / U (Unsatisfactory)
Assessment Tasks
Assessment: Mid-Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the project progress to date and outline the plans for the remaining project duration, including any re-alignment of your personal learning goals or project changes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. Drawing from the learning goals submitted as part of your pre-internship requirements, the presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the online module for further information.
*This must be completed mid-internship at the date outlined in the project agreement.
Assessment: Final Internship presentation
Prepare a short presentation on the internship outcomes, both the project and your personal development outcomes. The presentation is to be completed to the satisfaction of the Academic Mentor and the Industry partner. The presentation needs to relate back to your personal development and include your learnings on how you have built new, developed and/or demonstrated skills in the workplace. You must deliver the presentation to the Industry partner in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the relevant organisational requirements of the internship setting. See the unit’s online module for further information.
*This must be completed at the end of the internship at the date specified on the project agreement.
Assessment: Applied Reflective Task
Submit a short applied reflective task on your internship learnings and outcomes, using the learning goals submitted as part of the internship preparation and the weekly check-ins kept throughout the experience. Follow the guidelines provided in the online industry engagement module.
This is an assignment for the purposes of an extension.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a commitment to undertaking academic work and assessment in a manner that is ethical, fair, honest, respectful and accountable.
The Academic Integrity Policy sets out the range of conduct that can be a failure to maintain the standards of academic integrity. This includes, cheating in exams, plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion and contract cheating. It also includes providing fraudulent or altered documentation in support of an academic concession application, for example an assignment extension or a deferred exam.
You are encouraged to make use of QUT’s learning support services, resources and tools to assure the academic integrity of your assessment. This includes the use of text matching software that may be available to assist with self-assessing your academic integrity as part of the assessment submission process.
Breaching QUT’s Academic Integrity Policy or engaging in conduct that may defeat or compromise the purpose of assessment can lead to a finding of student misconduct (Code of Conduct – Student) and result in the imposition of penalties under the Management of Student Misconduct Policy, ranging from a grade reduction to exclusion from QUT.
Requirements to Study
Requirements
The unit will be available to HDR students who have:
- successfully completed Stage 2 plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (IF49);
- successfully completed their Research Proposal plus 6 months 9full-time equivalent) study (IF80);
- the work-in-progress document plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (ED11);
- or Research Project Proposal plus 6 months (full-time equivalent) study (KK59);
- and who have a confirmed internship opportunity finalised with an industry partner and an academic mentor (via an established project agreement).
Students will be manually enrolled in the internship unit upon full execution of the internship agreement.
NB. A Blue Card is not a mandatory requirement for this unit. However, some internship opportunities will only be available to those who have a Blue Card. Please note that students may incur a cost to obtain a Blue Card if required.
Students are encouraged to participate in a range of broader learning opportunities offered under the Graduate Research Education and Development (GRE+D) framework prior to participating in an internship. Particularly, offerings related to internships, networking and career development.
Resources
An essential resource for this unit is the HDR Industry Engagement online module, which can be found via the Research Student community pages on HiQ/Digital Workplace or via the ‘Communities’ section of Canvas.
There are no specific materials required for this unit. You may be asked to refer to materials by your supervisor in the workplace, or by your Academic Mentor. You may be required to obtain a Blue card and immunisations and there may be other mandatory requirements that will incur some cost for you. You may be required to supply personal protective equipment.
Resource Materials
Other
HDR Skills Assessment Tool qut.to/HDRskills
Risk Assessment Statement
This unit involves participation in an industry experience undertaking a research project. During this experience, students will be exposed to a range of risks and hazards that are normally encountered by professionals practising in the selected setting. Students undertaking these placements are automatically subject to the workplace health and safety policies, procedures and regulations operating within the facility in which they are placed. Students undertaking an international experience need to comply with QUT's travel policy and meet QUT's pre-departure requirements before departure.
Risks associated with projects vary. Students need to abide by the health and safety requirements relevant to their project.
All accidents, incidents and critical near-misses should be reported to the industry workplace safety supervisor, the academic mentor and the HDR Partnership Officer.
More information on health and safety can be obtained from: http://www.hse.qut.edu.au