Communications placements
We have a Professional Placement Program for our students enrolled in their final year of a Communications, Public Relations, Professional Writing or Digital Media degree. Students have a professional placement with a qualified supervisor from within industry, to enable them to gain some industry experience.
Students also undertake professional projects in conjunction with industry and community organisations. They use the skills and knowledge they gain throughout their degree and apply it to real-life scenarios.
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Benefits for students
Professional placements give students the opportunity to use the skills and knowledge they have gained towards their degree in real-life scenarios, and to build confidence in their abilities.
Placements also assist students to focus their career aspirations, build their skill-sets, and provides great opportunities for career-networking.
Benefits for organisations
Professional Placement Program students bring with them the latest skills and knowledge to enhance the capability of the organisation. Highly motivated students bring fresh perspectives, new skills and innovative ideas to apply to the objectives of an organisation.
Professional placements also enable organisations to preview future employees. This leads to improved organisational efficiency and lower recruitment and training costs.
Documentation for the Student Professional Placement Program
Student forms and surveys for professional placements via the College of Arts.
- Student Guide - Professional Placement Program
- Learning in the workplace and Community - Contract
- Student Placement evaluation report
- Before and after placement survey
- Log of hours
- Digital Media introduction letter
- Professional Writing introduction letter
- Public Relations introduction letter
Information for host organisations
Forms and surveys for employers hosting a professional placement with the College of Arts.
- Employer info booklet - Professional Placement Program
- VU placement insurance confirmation
- Site Supervisor assessment report
Contact us
Joyce McKenzie
School's Partnerships Coordinator
Phone: +61 3 9919 2234
Email: joyce.mckenzie@vu.edu.au