CAREER OPTIONS AND PROFESSIONAL IDENTITY

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Overview

In this subject, students will explore the range of career options for graduates working in science, technology, engineering & maths (STEM) and health-related professions, and learn about the future of the relevant disciplinary workforce both locally and globally. Through a series of workshop activities and assessment tasks, students will explore … For more content click the Read more button below.

In this subject, students will explore the range of career options for graduates working in science, technology, engineering & maths (STEM) and health-related professions, and learn about the future of the relevant disciplinary workforce both locally and globally. Through a series of workshop activities and assessment tasks, students will explore the importance of ethical conduct when working as a professional in STEM and health fields and will create a portfolio where they reflect on their professional identity, knowledge base and skillset for a range of job types.

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School

Subject coordinator

Caroline Taylor

Subject type

Undergraduate

Year level

Year Level 2 - UG

AQF level

Level 6 - Advanced Diploma

Available as elective

Yes

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

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Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective

COMMUNICATION - Digital Capability

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Research and Evidence-Based Inquiry

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Explain how your discipline can be used in a variety of occupations for solving real world problems, now and into the future.

Explain the importance of ethical conduct when working as a professional in many discipline areas.

Evaluate the career options for a range of graduates in your discipline and communicate the insights in team presentations and personal career plans.

Document and evaluate personal skills, knowledge and professional identity in terms of employability in professions relating to your discipline.

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