1 Introduction to UQ Bachelor of Pharmacy Work Integrated Learning
Thank you for hosting a student as part of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) program. During years two to four of their program, students undertake a variety of industry placements, enabling them to gain all-important hands-on experience and build their employability. Effective supervision and support has proven to be an essential contributing factor to the success of the student and the placement experience overall.
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Workplace Engagement
Placements involve work integrated learning experiences which allow the student an invaluable opportunity to put some of their academic knowledge and theoretical understanding into practice. The objective is that they will develop additional technical skills and experience, soft skills, and work on their personal and professional development. Key to their success is also the opportunity to develop a network of industry contacts.
The benefits of placements are mutual, hosting a student can give you an opportunity to:
- Shape the future profession and share your passion for pharmacy
- Showcase your organisation to future graduates
- Recruit new staff
- Develop the management skills of your current staff
- Foster a culture of learning by bringing in fresh ideas and innovation in practice
- Connect with The University of Queensland
Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience Policy
The University of Queensland (UQ) has a policy in place related to all work integrated learning and work experience opportunities. The Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience policy outlines all requirements of the University, the student and the host organisation. We recommend students, host organisations and supervisors to review this policy and associated procedures.
Legislative Compliance
UQ, industry partners and student participants are expected to comply with all relevant legislation. Students have been informed that certain industry placements may require them to adhere to your organisation’s specific requirements. These expectations are outlined in UQ’s Work Integrated Learning and Work Experience policy and procedures.
We ask that you work with our students to inform them of any compliance requirements before they start their placement.
Placement agreements
An overarching student placement agreement must be in place between the host organisation and UQ before the placement commences. This agreement is valid for five years. Unless otherwise agreed between the host organisation and the student, any Intellectual Property created by a student during the project is owned by the student, including copyright in the student’s thesis.
You may wish to ask the student to agree to and sign an additional Intellectual Property agreement. As per the overarching student placement agreement, UQ agrees that it will not disclose to any third party any Confidential Information disclosed by the host organisation during the course of the placement. You may wish to ask the student to agree to and sign an additional non-disclosure/confidentiality agreement.
