Science Industry Placement (SCIE3050)
Information valid for Summer Semester, 2024
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Prerequisite
Successful completion of a minimum of 24 units towards current program, including a minimum of 8 units of level 2 or higher courses by the end of the previous semester.
Restricted
Permission of the Associate Dean (Academic). Students must secure a suitable placement in a science-related workplace. Quota of 40 places by expression of interest. Expected GPA cut-off of 5.0.
Assessment methods
Learning Contract and Risk Assessment
Reflective Practice
Presentation
Placement Supervisor Report
Course enquiries
Associate Professor Arkady Fedorov (Summer Semester, Regular, St Lucia, In person)
Doctor Emily Strong (Semester 2, TP5, St Lucia, In person)
Associate Professor Arkady Fedorov - Summer; Dr Emily Strong - Winter (TP5)
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2024 (24/06/2024 - 17/08/2024) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
| Summer Semester, 2024 (25/11/2024 - 08/02/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (30/06/2025 - 23/08/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
The Science Industry Placement course enables students to acquire practical skills and experience in an authentic work environment. Through the completion of 120 hours of placement in a science-related workplace, students will gain an understanding of the real world application of their learning. They will also learn about the nature of careers in science, identify possible career pathways, and reflect on their own professional skills and personal development. Course Quota: 40 students Further information about enrolling in a placement course can be found here: https://science.uq.edu.au/placements All enquiries for this course should be addressed to the Faculty of Science (enquire@science.uq.edu.au) .
