Study Abroad
International students
At Deakin we are committed to offering students a high standard of experiential learning opportunities, under supervision from both the University and the host organisation. We work closely with students to make their experiences valuable, as well as working closely with our industry partners to make sure the programs are beneficial for all parties involved.
As a Study Abroad student you are eligible to apply for these Internships provided you are in at least your third year of study, with a substantial portion of your major completed. The Internship usually accounts for a quarter of a full-time semester study load. Students who wish to apply for an internship unit must complete the relevant section of the Study Abroad application form (65kb).
Topics to be addressed in this unit include: integrating theory and practice; working with clients in agencies; writing records, case notes and reports; understanding the impact of social policy on practice; learning how to use relevant Codes of Ethics in practice; becoming aware of international developments in social work; conducting and using practice research; interpersonal communication skill development.
In consultation with their academic and field educators, students are expected to develop an individualised educational plan for the practicum. This plan should be designed so that they are able to demonstrate that they have begun to master the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Practice Standards by working with selected clientele and sharing in selected aspects of the associated work of the agencies in which they are placed. Students will be expected to reflect critically on day-to-day experiences in practicum, explore issues and make verbal and written presentations to peers, colleagues and mentors.
Special enrolment requirements apply.
Students should have made substantial progress in their major/s
First and second semester, 1 credit point
Assessment: Progressive assessment 100%
This unit aims to provide students with the opportunity to undertake appropriate and relevant experiential learning by taking up a work placement with an approved host organization. The unit also aims to further the interests of both the student and the host organization as well as meeting the assessment requirements of the unit and build on the skills gained in the student's business degree to prepare students for future graduate employment.
Further information on the Business Internship Program is available from the Faculty of Business and Law.
After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an in-depth focus on a performing arts specific discipline (dance) and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed (if applicable); produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained, interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources.
After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the internship itself, which is placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an in-depth focus on a performing arts specific discipline (drama); and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed (if applicable); produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained; interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources.
The internship will entail working one day per week over a 13 week semester or its equivalent.
Apart from introductory briefing sessions, the content of this unit derives from student placement in a supervised workplace where each student will undertake a project that will be reported both to the workplace and the University. Suitable workplaces include archival repositories, museums, local council library and heritage sections and non-government organisations involved in social and cultural projects.
The unit offers the students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of policy research in a number of public and private organisations and to explore the practical applications of their study in public policy. It provides a framework from which student can assess their knowledge, skills and work preferences by participating in the practice of policy research. Internships can also assist in helping students in their pursuit of careers relating to the ever-expanding area of public policy.
The unit offers students the opportunity to gain first hand experience of public relations in the business world and to explore the practical applications of theories and case studies. It provides a framework from which students can assess their knowledge, skills and work preferences by participating in the practice of public relations. Internships assist with the networking vital to finding that first job.
After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the university. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: An in-depth focus which could range from, considering the placement, arts management, curating, publishing or community arts activities and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; Produce a folio/journal of work completed; Produce a report of the placement. The content of the tasks does depend on the location and form of placement.
After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an in-depth focus in graphic design and prepress production and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed; produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained; interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources. The content of the tasks does depend on which of the major sequences in Visual Arts the student is doing.
After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilized in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an indepth focus in at least one of pre-production development, production processes, or post-production tasks, and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed (if applicable); produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained, interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources.
After briefing session, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependent upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to undertake one or more of the following tasks: article writing; script editing; observation of newsroom practice; verbal presentation- in an end of semester report to the tutorial group; produce an extensive folio of published work (which may include broadcast and online publication).
Journalism internship examples
The Internship unit consists of a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project in the workplace and report on it both to the host organisation and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependent upon the type of placements. In this particular unit students will be expected to use one or more of the following research approaches: naturalistic research; content analysis; development and implementation of surveys; data collection and basic data analysis; field research; secondary analysis of data.
Sociology internship examples
The effective application of environmental science techniques requires appropriate and effective environmental programs to be in place throughout the community. These programs must address diverse issues at all levels, including education, and require personnel with skills beyond technical expertise. In this unit the development of generic, employment related professional skills will be achieved through a combination of preparatory workshop sessions and lectures, and either a four-week placement or for a negotiated period over the semester to a minimum of 45 hours within a relevant, course related organisation, arranged in consultation with the Unit Chair. The professional development workshop session will include identifying and developing personal and employment related skills, such as job and resume preparation and interview techniques. Other employment related issues covered include equal opportunity, awareness of cultural differences, occupational health and safety, risk management, and performance evaluation. During the placement students will be encouraged to undertake a project to consolidate or enhance existing professional skills.
Environmental Science
Paid internships placements lasting between 3-12 months are available in areas such as engineering, IT, environmental science, biomedical science and forensic science. Students must have at least a 65% average to apply. Further information on the Industry Based Learning Program is available from the Faculty of Science and Technology.
