Marine Science Work Integrated Learning
Learners are expected to work for 5 months at an appropriate workplace, i.e. marine protected area, marine company, research institution or laboratory. The techniques utilised at the work place must be from any one of the following fields: aquaculture, marine conservation, marine environmental consultancies, oceanography or marine companies.
Students will participate in the day-to-day work practices of their workplace supervisors and will learn and understand how to problem solve in real-world settings using the skills acquired during the program. In addition to the learner’s normal duties at the work place, he/she must conduct a mini-research project on a topic/problem allied to any of the industry’s fields of operation. The findings of the research project must be reported according to the report format provided and must be presented orally as a symposium held annually by the department.
Marine Science Industry Practice will be assessed using continuous assessment by the workplace mentors and CPUT academic staff on actual performance.
By the end of the WIL period, students should be able to:
- Write four reports related to marine science using integrated knowledge acquired during the course of the qualification. This includes a Proposal, Innovation, Community Engagement and Technical Report.
- Provide evidence of detailed knowledge acquired in the areas of marine science;>
- Be able to evaluate types of knowledge within marine science;
- Be able to apply a range of methods to resolve problems;
- Be able to identify, analyse and reflect on complex problems by applying evidence-based solutions applicable to marine science and related fields;
A mark will be allocated after a final assessment of the above and projects submitted.
A 50% pass mark is applicable to successfully complete the program.
Remuneration during Work Integrated Learning
WIL may provide an opportunity for the student to earn an income, manage finances and contribute to the cost of his/her education. However, WIL is still part of the training period and to be remunerated must be considered a bonus and nothing more. This stipend will depend on the particular organisation.
