This module involves a period of planned work experience in a relevant industry or research establishment for third year students of the BSc in Industrial Biotechnology.
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Mandatory attendance at C.V. Preparation, LinkedIn and Interview skills workshops by career development centre.
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Introduction to industrial placement.
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The recruitment and selection process, marketing yourself, CVs, cover letters, tailoring of application to specific work placement
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Introduction to EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) in the workplace
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Introduction to H&S considerations and training in the workplace
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Sustainability considerations in the workplace
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Consideration of a range of attributes important for internships e.g., time management, adaptability and self-confidence; teamwork, collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills
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Sourcing suitable industry or research establishment.
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Review of the Industrial placement handbook
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Guidelines for completion of Initial training agreement:
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mid-placement review:
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final review appraisal and sign off:
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Guidelines for industrial placement report preparation and rubric
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Oral presentation and rubric
The module will include mandatory workshops, tutorials and presentations to prepare students for an approved industrial placement. The student will engage in self-directed learning and experiential on-the-job learning in a relevant industry or research establishment.
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