Practical training in City and Regional Planning (BYG650)
Practice work/ Internship
The registration deadline for the practical training course is 20. August. The application is assessed by the faculty, and approved if the prescribed prerequisites are met.
Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
BYG650
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English, Norwegian
Content
In this course learning takes place in a professional environment outside the university, for example in a construction firm, an advisory consultant office or a municipal or government office. The student must find the appropriate workplace on their own. The course aims to give students practical experience and the opportunity to immerse themselves in selected issues related to practice. In cooperation with the student, workplace and lecturer, an agreement/contract and plan is deviced for how the internship and supervision is conducted. The evaluation will be made on the basis of a report from the student and a presentation. The report should contain a discussion of a specified issues related to the workplaces practices, a reflection on the students own contribution to the work Places activities, as well as documentation on the work performed and certified timesheets.
Learning outcome
The course is a supplement to other topics, and when the student has completed the course, the following objectives will be achieved:
Knowledge:
Increased insight into selected topics and issues and in working life practical challenges.
Skills:
Increased ability in professional collaboration, as well as specialization in certain topics and present them in a convincing manner.
General competence:
Empowerment in theoretical and creative academic work.
Required prerequisite knowledge
The student must have completed a minimum of 40 study points according to the approved education plan.
Recommended prerequisites
Relevant knowledge relating to the workplaces practical needs.
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1/1 | 1 Semesters | Passed / Not Passed | All |
The student must submit a indvidual, critically reflective report (incl. signed timesheet) on their practical training. This report is presented to students and teachers at an agreed time and place.The student must spend 250 - 300 working hours on the course in total. The student must submit a signed timesheet together with the report.The report is an individual assignment.
Coursework requirements
The presentation needs to be approved in order to hand in final report.
Course teacher(s)
Course teacher:
Ari Krisna Mawira TariganCourse coordinator:
Ari Krisna Mawira TariganHead of Department:
Tore MarkesetMethod of work
Practical and /or theoretical work in external instituation under supervision according to agreement/contract.
Practice
Practical training is compulsory. The student has to submit a certified timesheet in order to get the practical training approved. Practical training has to be approved in order to be able to submit a final report and receive assessment in the course.
There must be a formal contract between the practical training institution, the student and UiS. This must be signed and submitted to the course coordinator by September 1st.