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2013 DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED:

Due to the overwhelming demand for this Program the current funding for the DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries has been spent so we are no longer in a position to accept applications in Trimester 2, 2013.

If the university receives additional funding for this Program the DUPPP WIL Bursaries will re-open.

Please contact Bessie Tripatzis on (03) 9246 8142 for any enquiries.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Programs at Deakin University provide students with the opportunity to undertake an experiential learning placement as part of their degree. WIL programs take many shapes and forms and are known by a range of names such as:

  • Internships
  • Industry-based Learning
  • Practicum Placement
  • Professional Practice
  • Law Clinic
  • Community Based Volunteering

WIL placements are part of academic units that are credited towards a student's course. WIL plays a very valuable role in preparing students for graduate employment by giving them an opportunity to:

  • Apply and consolidate knowledge gained in their course
  • Develop professional work practices
  • Experience work place culture
  • Explore career options relevant to their discipline
  • Develop professional networks

Graduate recruiters place a premium on students who have participated in WIL programs as they recognise that these students are "work ready" and are more likely to make informed decisions about their career choices.

The DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries program is designed to support domestic undergraduate students who come from low Socio-Economic Status (SES) backgrounds to undertake a discipline specific placement as part of their degree, and in particular, to help reduce financial barriers to gaining discipline specific work experience. Students are required to enrol in a placement unit corresponding to their degree before undertaking the placement.

Application Process:

To be eligible to apply you must be a domestic undergraduate student.

  1. Consult your Course Enrolment Officer to ensure that you can fit a WIL placement into your course and identify the unit you will enrol in if you find a suitable role.
  2. Ensure that you have enrolled in a WIL Unit. Please note that applications will not be considered for the DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries until enrolment in the WIL unit is confirmed.
  3. If you have not secured a suitable placement, identify organisations that employ students in WIL placements within your discipline. Please visit Jobshop (jobshop@deakin.edu.au) and check the organisations that are advertising suitable positions. Also, join the Facebook page and follow Twitter of the companies that you have identified that are of interest to you. Subscribe to employment websites such as www.seek.com.au to search for suitable positions and network with other students.
  4. If you have already commenced but not completed your WIL placement you may still be eligible to apply for the DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries, however students who have completed their WIL placement and submit an application after their WIL placement has finished will not be eligible to apply.
  5. In your application form you will notice boxes like this example of box displayed on form Mark boxes with a tick Example of tick box with a tick in it
  6. Check that you have answered all the questions in the application form and provide supporting documentation (include your current resume, a cover letter outlining how the Bursary will benefit you whilst on your WIL placement and any other documentation that will assist your application). Make sure you sign and date your application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
  7. If you have previously applied and have been accepted to receive the 2013 DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries you are not eligible to re-apply in the same year. As the funding to this program is limited, only one bursary payment will be made per student per calendar year for students who meet the eligibility criteria.
  8. Submit your scanned copy of the application form to:
    duppp.wil.bursaries@deakin.edu.au
  9. You will be notified via your Deakin email address of the outcome of your application approximately 7 days after your application has been received.
Nicole Nash

NICOLE NASH
Course: Bachelor of Environmental Science (Marine Biology)
WIL Unit: Science Internship
Placement: Maldives
Campus: Warrnambool

For my internship I spent five weeks on a small island "Velidhoo" in the Maldives, working closely with the Velidhoo Future Foundation (VFF).

Throughout my placement I undertook many invigorating and inspiring tasks from preparing class notes for fisheries science classes, writing Environmental Impact Assessments, to preparing grant proposals for funding of the VFF organisation as well as working closely with the dive centre in researching the islands coral reef habitats in order to locate the most appropriate site for the coral restoration program that is to be implemented in Velidhoo.

My scientific writing, research skills and knowledge were all enhanced. In particularly I noticed this since returning home and having a wider range of skills that I hadn't acquired prior to my placement. I was more than welcomed into the local community on the island which made my experience there even more for filling. This program that Deakin University offers is a brilliant opportunity for students to experience their desired workplace and decide if they have chosen the right path for their future endeavours. This placement has proven that I want to work out in the field. Preparing data and researching is definitely my future career path.

The DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries Program is brilliant as it allows students to achieve their goals and dreams of completing work experience/internships where they choose.

Adrian Hepi

Adrian Hepi
Course: Bachelor of Nursing
WIL Unit: Clinical Nursing Placement
Placement: Royal Women's Hospital Melbourne
Campus: Off-Campus

My clinical placement at Royal Women's Hospital was a wonderful opportunity to develop my clinical nursing skills in genecology and obstetrics, the placement was for four weeks.

The DUPPP WIL Program helped me immensely. As a mature age Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student I felt financially supported by a worthwhile program. I was hundreds of kilometres away from home, having the DUPPP WIL Scholarship gave myself and my family the focus and peace of mind to complete my clinical placement successfully in Melbourne.

This program has helped me in my journey to graduate hopefully with Honours and help my people in my chosen career as a Mental Health Registered Nurse.

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Taisha Reed
Course: Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts)
WIL Unit: Creative Industries Internship
WIL Placement: CDW Studios - Adelaide
Campus: Melbourne Burwood

Whilst I was on my Creative Arts Internship I was able to increase my understanding of Industry functions - getting work and dealing with clients. I was able to design characters and props in 3D and improved ability to design in 2D. One thing I found was most valuable over my stay was a portfolio review - where a panel reviewed my work and discussed possibilities to further my Art and establish a career in the industry.

The DUPPP WIL Support Program did a lot more than I can put into words. I'd like to announce that I have currently moved to the state of my internship (Adelaide) to find work and continue my contact with the host company as a result of the success of my internship.

Thank you to the DUPPP WIL Support Bursaries for this tremendous opportunity.

For further information about the program please contact:

Bessie Tripatzis
Project Manager
DUPPP Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Support Bursaries
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Building B
Phone 03 9246 8142


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