Status and Details

Status and Details

This page contains information about:

  • the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
  • contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
  • a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.   

Workplace, Industry and Community Experience Policy

Show Field Notes
Status Current Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date 8th August 2024 This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date 22nd July 2029 The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority Chief Executive The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Date 22nd July 2024 This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date Not Applicable This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer Meagan Wilson
Director Vocational Education and Training
 This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner Marc Blanks
Executive Director Education Excellence
 This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Author Laura Dimos
Manager Delivery Innovations and Projects
 This is the author of record for this version of the document.
Enquiries Contact Laura Dimos
Manager Delivery Innovations and Projects
Academic Operations 		General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

Work Integrated Learning (HE) Policy has been reviewed and updated to also include VET and Foundation. This updated policy has been renamed to Workplace, Industry and Community Experience Policy. This Policy will be the overarching policy for Higher Education, VET and Foundation across Academic Operations. The overarching term Workplace, Industry & Community Experience are opportunities for students to gain experience where they can apply theoretical and practical learning in the real-world context to develop skills and capability to enhance employability outcomes, support a student’s professional development in relation to their career path and aspirations.

Clauses Amended:Policy: All


09/10/2024: Position name changed from Executive Director Academic Operations (EDAO) to Executive Director Education Excellence (EDEE)