Phase 4: Beyond Placement

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Explore the following videos and resources designed to you get you thinking about the broader implications of placements as it relates to community, regions, addressing skills gaps and building partnerships.

Each of the videos is a compilation of answers from interviews conducted with the program mentors, providing a multi-faceted answer to the question identified.

You can choose which video to watch when it suits you, but we recommend watching all the videos to get a holistic overview of support from each mentor.

How are co-op placements helping the community?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Keeping students connected and in the community
  • Building industry sectors
  • Creating local jobs

How do co-op placements align with government strategy?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Building regional economies
  • Creating local opportunities - for industry and students
  • Connecting to grant opportunities
  • University, industry and government working together to address skills gaps

How is this student placement contributing to the future of your organisation?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Making co-op placements work for you
  • Networking opportunities - for industry and students
  • Assisting with industry skills gaps

How do co-op placements create networking opportunities?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Opportunities for staff recruitment
  • Developing a skills and career pathway

How is the co-op model shaping the future of higher education?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Curriculum co-design
  • Industry-university partnerships

What is our vision for the future of co-op placements?

Key topics covered in this video include:

  • Expanding on the relationship between university and industry