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AP2SA3-Professional Placement with Study Abroad Experience
Module Provider: School of Agriculture, Policy and Development
Number of credits: 120 [60 ECTS credits]
Level:5
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded:
Placement opportunity: Maxi placement
Current from: 2021/2
Module Convenor: Dr Gillian Rose
Email: g.rose@reading.ac.uk
Type of module:
Summary module description:
By selecting a professional placement combined with study abroad experience, you'll undertake two compulsory elements:Ìý Ìý1. You'll complete a minimum of 20 weeks full time employment to gain relevant work experience in your chosen industry. You'll apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills gained throughout Part 1 and Part 2 of your degree, benefitting the placement organisation and your own professional development. Placements must be approved by the University before they commence and you will be supported through the application and approval process by a Placement Coordinator.Ìý 2. You'll complete a study abroad semester with approval from the Study Abroad Co-ordinator. This will usually be a full semester at an institution abroad, equivalent to 60 credits/30 ECTS, either in Europe as part of the ERASMUS exchange scheme, or in another country where the University has an exchange agreement. A place on one of these schemes is not guaranteed. The deadline to submit your application (in particular for destinations outside of Europe) is usually January in Part 2.Ìý
Aims:
- to develop an understanding of, and gain practice in, the application process
- to gain insight into a course-related industry and apply the knowledge and skills developed in Part 1 and Part 2 to the benefit of the host organisation
- to further develop the student’s knowledge and practical skills
- to develop and implement the use of transferable and interpersonal skills
- to be aware of the aims and goals of the organisation as a whole and relate the outcomes of the placement department with the aims of the organisation
- to develop a knowledge of a range of subject areas relating to the their area of study and to provide students with an understanding of how these subject areas are perceived and taught overseas.
- to develop an awareness of the different methodologies and develop research and writing skills appropriate to their new learning environment.
Assessable learning outcomes:
- to develop an understanding of, and gain practice in, the application process
- to gain insight into a course-related industry and apply the knowledge and skills developed in Part 1 and Part 2 to the benefit of the host organisation
- to further develop the student’s knowledge and practical skills
- to develop and implement the use of transferable and interpersonal skills
- to be aware of the aims and goals of the orga nisation as a whole and relate the outcomes of the placement department with the aims of the organisation
- to develop a knowledge of a range of subject areas relating to the their area of study and to provide students with an understanding of how these subject areas are perceived and taught overseas.
- to develop an awareness of the different methodologies and develop research and writing skills appropriate to their new learning environment.
Additional outcomes:
The module also aims to encourage students to be more self-reliant and to give them an opportunity to broaden their education through travelling and studying abroad and to experience the life and culture of another country and/or to enhance their employability prospects.
Outline content:
The nature of the placement will vary widely depending on the host company (and host institution of Study Abroad institution), but students should integrate into the relevant organisation and become a useful asset. See the Blackboard site for this module for further information.
Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Arrangements in accordance with the standard arrangements in the host university and host company.