Industry-Based Learning - Frequently Asked Questions
 Can I organise my own IBL placement?
Can I undertake two six-month placements?
Can I study two subjects per semester when I am
on an IBL placement?
I have enrolled in the second year of a Business
degree with credit for TAFE studies. Am I eligible for IBL?
Who is not eligible to undertake an IBL placement?
Can I organise my own IBL placement?
Yes, but you must contact the IBL Manager to discuss your intentions
and to seek approval prior to entering into discussion with a potential
employer. Any organisation you approach needs to be aware of the requirements
of the IBL program for both the student and employer. This written information
can be obtained from the IBL Manager.
Can I undertake two six-month placements?
Yes, it is possible. Some accounting students have done two placements
in two different companies. Other students have done one placement relating
to their first major and a second six months in a placement relating
to their second major, e.g. Accounting and HRM, HRM and Marketing.
However the applications of students who have already
completed one six-month placement MAY be considered after those who
have not yet had the chance to complete an IBL placement.
Can I study two subjects per semester when I am
on an IBL placement?
Students who wish to apply for permission to study two subjects per semester whilst on IBL placement, must contact the IBL Manager.
I have enrolled in the second year of a Business
degree with credit for TAFE studies. Am I eligible for IBL?
You should apply in March/April along with other students, but your
eligibility will not be confirmed until you have completed, and have
results for, one fulltime semester of University studies.
Who is not eligible to undertake an IBL placement?
- An International student because of Australian Government Visa
restrictions
- A student who has less than 4 subjects to complete
in their degree/s
- A student who has not yet completed
at least 3 semesters of university Business studies
- A
student who has transferred from TAFE and has
not yet completed 4 university Business subjects
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