Core Module Information
Module title: Accredited work based learning (placement)

SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: JAC09114
Module leader: Gary Lunt
School School of Arts and Creative Industries
Subject area group: Media and Humanities
Prerequisites

N/A

Description of module content:

On completion of the module you will of fond and negotiated your own placement (the placement reflecting the content/context of the degree programme). Teaching input will include advice & guidance on finding a placement; developing CV's and covering letters; developing & negotiating the learning outcomes with your placement mentor; keeping a diary; compiling a portfolio and report writing.

Class/on-line and individual/personal discussion between the student(s) and the module tutor, about the professional context and what it is to be on a placement will take place. This will relate to: your negotiation of the placement, the tasks and work you will engage with; and professional attitudes and working practices.

Following the completion of your placement you will complete and submit a reflective and analytical written report, your work diary and portfolio. You will be expected to reflect and critically evaluate your time on the placement, the transferable skills and knowledge employed and your personal and professional development.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
LO1: Developed your skills and ability to negotiate the placement and suitable module related work/tasks that you will be engaged on.
LO2: Developed a professional attitude and approach to work related tasks.
LO3: developed a degree of autonomy and professionalism in interaction with your placement mentor and with industry professionals whilst on the placement.
LO4: Developed the ability to critically reflect on transferable skills and learning throughout the placement.
LO5: Continued to develop as a professional communication practitioner.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, BLENDED, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: BLENDED
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Gary Lunt
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 8 Contact Module Leader
Independent Learning Groupwork (Independent Study) 92 Contact Module Leader
Other PLACEMENT 100 Contact Module Leader
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Learning Log 10 2, 4 12 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1000 Contact Module Leader
Portfolio 10 2,4 12 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1000 Contact Module Leader
Placement (Report) 80 1-5 12 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 3000 Contact Module Leader
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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