SCI3501 - Impact through science 3A

Overview

In this unit you will complete a domestic or international science based internship of three full-time weeks (or part-time equivalent hours), where you will put into practice the knowledge, leadership and entrepreneurial skills developed in your course. The internship experience will give you hands-on, real world exposure to the workplace … For more content click the Read More button below. A pre-placement workshop run by the Industry Engagement (IE) team will support your preparation for the placement and develop an understanding of science-based professions, the work culture, and the skills and attributes required for the workplace. Bespoke workshops during your internship will enhance your personal and professional brand.

In this unit you will complete a domestic or international science based internship of three full-time weeks (or part-time equivalent hours), where you will put into practice the knowledge, leadership and entrepreneurial skills developed in your course. The internship experience will give you hands-on, real world exposure to the workplace environment and supplement your academic growth to develop your graduate attributes and employability skills. You will work with a host supervisor to establish professional objectives, a project plan, and to receive feedback on your progress. The internship will help you to develop self-awareness of your ability to meet stated objectives and areas in need of improvement.

A pre-placement workshop run by the Industry Engagement (IE) team will support your preparation for the placement and develop an understanding of science-based professions, the work culture, and the skills and attributes required for the workplace. Bespoke workshops during your internship will enhance your personal and professional brand.

Offerings

S1-01-CLAYTON-IMMERSIVE

S2-01-CLAYTON-IMMERSIVE

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

SSA-02-CLAYTON-IMMERSIVE

SSB-01-CLAYTON-IMMERSIVE

WS-01-CLAYTON-IMMERS-BLK

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Associate Professor Djuke Veldhuis

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Rosemarie Herbert

Notes

An application is required to enrol in this internship unit.

Please visit the Science Industry Experience website for information about application dates.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

Demonstrate leadership, an entrepreneurial mindset, and cultural intelligence by identifying and liaising with individuals or organisations to develop an internship plan'

Execute an internship project with a high degree of independence, professionalism and accountability;

Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attributes required for the professional workplace in a relevant science or applied science setting;

Actively seek out and act upon constructive feedback.

Analyse professional skills through critical reflective practice and create a plan to improve an under-developed skill in the context of work-readiness;

Identify and convey the knowledge, skills and attributes required for the professional workplace in the global world.

Create a deliverable and communicate effectively using oral, written and visual forms to peers, academics and placement supervisors.

Teaching approach

Online learning

In the unit, you are expected to complete various assessment tasks. This includes an internship plan, an interview with a professional and an oral presentation.

Reflection on professional challenges and personal and professional development is important in the unit. This aims to establish a habit of life-long learning and a growth mindset; these are important in the rapidly changing work environment.

All assessment information is available on the Moodle page and in Slack. You will set your own due dates based upon the timing, duration and nature of your own individual placement. Staff will monitor assessment based on the dates you set. This self-elected process enables flexibility and recognises the variety of different placements being undertaken in terms of start dates and duration. You will need to nominate your due dates within two weeks of gaining access to the SCI3501 Moodle page.

Industry-based learning

Assessment

1 - Internship plan

2 - Reflective portfolio

3 - Interview with a professional

4 - Oral presentation

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Off campus attendance requirements

Other unit costs

If you are travelling overseas you may be eligible for support from Monash Abroad. Supporting documentation can be provided by the unit coordinator on request.