LC2S216 - Learning Through the Workplace 01 Sep 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | LC2S216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Learning Through the Workplace | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | Law | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Law | ||
| Module Leader: | Hannah Coburn | ||
| Module Team: | Clare Lewis, Holly Evans, Julia Rees, Anssa Amin, Hannah Menard, Zoe Tucker | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | 2027 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100485 - law | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
The module will provide students with an opportunity to experience a professional environment and to reflect on their personal development.
The module will provide a basis for study for students to;
1. Demonstrate engagement and competence in a professional work environment
2. Appraise their performance and produce an action plan so as to be prepared for graduate employment opportunities.
Content Summary
The module will cover the following indicative content:
• In line with the USW Academic Blueprint, the module must include at least 70 hours of Relevant Work Experience or equivalent (‘RWE’).
• Principles of self-directed study, independence, self-reliance, workplace etiquette and expecations, and time-management.
• Effective CV and letter writing and action planning
• Processes of reflection enabling assessment of personal and professional development.
• Introduction to professional conduct and ethical issues that will arise in their chosen field.
• Introduction to a wide range of career opportunities through guest lectures and ‘focus on’ weeks
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 20 |
| Seminar | 20 |
| Work based learning | 70 |
| Independent Study | 60 |
| Directed Study | 30 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Evidence engagement and competence in work placement and development of organisation skills, time management, interpersonal skills and disciplinary expectations. |
| LO2 | Reflect on work experience and how it has contributed to own professional practice and future personal/professional development |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Portfolio 1 | A work-placement portfolio with separate elements that could include; CV Letter of application Placement Agreement Placement Log Professional Development Plan Reflection on the workplace Employer feedback | 0 | N/A | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |