Description

The handbook is designed to help students maximize the benefits of being engaged in the workplace learning experience. The content is a result of the PolyU’s years of experience in operating Work-Integrated Education (WIE) programmes and is derived from a cross-departmental study of WIE placements from the perspectives of students and employers.

The handbook also draws from similar studies conducted overseas and from the World Association for Cooperative Education, and outlines the best practices and potential pitfalls arising from WIE programmes. 

Content

• About the PolyU’s WIE Programmes
• What is Expected of Students Engaged on WIE
• What Students can Hope to Achieve from WIE
• Benefits of WIE to Employers
• What Makes a Successful Work Placement
  • Ideal Types of Work Placement
  • Breadth of Experience
  • Communications
  • Getting Started
• What Makes a Poor Work Placement
• Preparation
• Summary: Dos and Don’ts

Student Handbook for Work-Integrated Education