MATH8001 Training in the Workplace
120 Credits Class Size: 85
Module manager: Dr Oleg Chalykh
Email: o.chalykh@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running
2024/25
Pre-requisite qualifications
Securing a suitable industrial placement; progressing to the next year of the programme.
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
On completion of this module students should have: developed initiative and persona skills such as communication, teamwork, problem solving, decision making and creativity; consolidated and complemented aspects of the academic programme carried out at the University; been facilitated in their assessment and development of their career focus; enhanced awareness of the work environment in both a professional and social context.
Syllabus
To be agreed by arrangement with the student, academic supervisor and industrial supervisor within the overall objectives described above and taking into account of the facilities provided by the employer.
Teaching Methods
| Delivery type |
Number |
Length hours |
Student hours |
| Placement |
0 |
0 |
1200 |
| Private study hours |
0 |
| Total Contact hours |
1200 |
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) |
1200 |
Private study
Studying and revising of course material.
Completing of assignments and assessments.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Visit from the Year in Industry Coordinator
Methods of Assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type |
Notes |
% of formal assessment |
| Project |
Completion of work placement profile. Completion of work placement contract. Completion of a 15 page report. Presentation of work after return to University |
100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) |
100 |
There is no resit available for this module. Students who fail the Year in Industry will be given the opportunity of continuing on the standard version of the programme.
Reading List
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 4/29/2024
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