Key facts
UNE unit code: WORK100
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- Not offered in 2026
- Yes
- No
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- 6
Unit information
This foundational unit provides you an introduction to the fundamentals and exploration of Work Integrated Learning. The aim is to provide you with the knowledge you will need to engage with an industry placement to help you design your future career pathway.
Throughout, you will explore a wide range of skills to boost your employability, including communication, teamwork, problem solving, information technology and professionalism. It may include a 40-hour unpaid work placement, subject to discussions and approval with UNE staff.
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- evaluate and plan how to achieve personal career outcomes and goals, including mapping future study, workplace experience and skills that are needed or may need to be acquired;
- communicate and present industry and workplace experience, previous study and employability skills relevant to personal career path;
- demonstrate reflection of learning from workplace experiences, and of personal career aspirations, considering the impact of locational, social, cultural, and personal factors.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Action Plan | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Develop a personal Career Action Plan to assist with their future planning of study program and career choices. No. of Words: 1000 words |
| Career Quiz | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Four online quizzes No. of Words: 500 words equivalent |
| Developing a Functional Resume | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Develop a skills based professional resume. No. of Words: 500 words |
| Placement Report/In-Depth Employer Report | Yes | 40% | All offerings | Present a written report on their experience in the workplace or if unable to undertake work placement, an in-depth employer study. No. of Words: 1000 words |
Learning resources
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