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Cooperative Education Programme

University of Limerick
Limerick , Ireland
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Bachelors
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Business Administration | Career Counseling | Education Science
Area of study
Business and Administration | Education
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

Cooperative Education Programme

The Cooperative Education Programme is a formal and academically accredited element of the degree programme at the University of Limerick. The programme is designed to provide students with practical work experience in their chosen field, allowing them to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.


Programme Overview

The Cooperative Education Programme is an eight-month placement, unless there are extenuating and exceptional circumstances. The programme is evaluated on a pass-fail basis, with the grade decided by an Academic member based on the employer's evaluation of the student's performance and the student's Cooperative Education Report.


Placement Process

The Cooperative Education and Careers Division (CECD) operates a well-defined Self-Sourced placement process, whereby students have the option to submit a Pre-Approval application to secure a Self-Sourced Placement using their own independent employer network and resources. Students seeking to source their own placement must adhere to the application and submission deadlines as specified by CECD.


Evaluation and Assessment

The Cooperative Education placement is evaluated by an Academic member, who will contact the student to arrange an evaluation visit. The purpose of the visit is to review the student's progress with the employer and to get the student's feedback on their placement to date. The final assessment of the placement is completed by the employer towards the end of the placement, and the student's Cooperative Education Report is also taken into account.


Programme Requirements

  • Students must complete their eight-month placement unless there are extenuating and exceptional circumstances.
  • Students must accept the first job offer they receive.
  • Students must pay tax on their earnings, unless exempt.
  • Students have no automatic entitlement to holidays while on Cooperative Education placement, but most companies will give the minimum statutory entitlement for the length of time worked.

Programme Benefits

  • The programme provides students with practical work experience in their chosen field.
  • The programme allows students to apply theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.
  • The programme helps students develop valuable skills and competencies, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q1: Is Cooperative Education placement obligatory?
    • Yes, Cooperative Education placement is obligatory, unless the student has had previous relevant work experience.
  • Q2: Can I source my own Cooperative Education placement?
    • Yes, students have the option to submit a Pre-Approval application to secure a Self-Sourced Placement using their own independent employer network and resources.
  • Q3: Can I apply for a placement in more than one country?
    • Yes, students can opt for a global placement on the GoGlobal@UL programme, and they will be required to register their intention by the deadlines outlined at Employability Programme 1.
  • Q4: Do I have to accept the first job offer that I receive?
    • Yes, students must accept the first job offer they receive.
  • Q5: What happens if I don't get a Cooperative Education placement?
    • UL provides a Substitution Model for students who have not been placed, which involves taking up to three extra academic modules.
  • Q6: How much will I earn?
    • There is no set pay for Cooperative Education placement, but a minimum salary is recommended to cover living expenses.
  • Q7: What will I do if I have a problem at work?
    • Students should first speak to their direct supervisor to explain the difficulties they are experiencing, and if this fails to resolve the situation, they should contact the Cooperative Education & Careers Division.
  • Q8: Do I have to pay Tax/PRSI while on Cooperative Education?
    • Yes, students will be required to pay tax on their earnings, unless exempt.
  • Q9: Will the company send me a contract?
    • Some companies will require students to sign a contract, which will be sent to either their student email or home address prior to their placement.
  • Q10: Am I entitled to holidays while on Cooperative Education placement?
    • No, students have no automatic entitlement to holidays while on Cooperative Education placement, but most companies will give the minimum statutory entitlement for the length of time worked.
  • Q11: What is the minimum length of time that I can spend on Cooperative Education placement?
    • All students have to complete their eight-month placement, unless there are extenuating and exceptional circumstances.
  • Q12: How is Cooperative Education placement evaluated?
    • The Cooperative Education placement is evaluated by an Academic member, who will contact the student to arrange an evaluation visit, and the final assessment is completed by the employer towards the end of the placement.
  • Q13: My Placement Requires Garda Vetting, what do I need to do?
    • Applications for Garda vetting must be made through UL's Student Vetting Office, and students cannot commence placement until vetting is successfully secured and recorded on their student record.
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