The Applied Projects scheme is an award-winning, work-related learning scheme at Sheffield Hallam University, which allows students to put their theory into practice through ‘real life’ projects, which are accredited as part of their degree. Each project forms part of an assessed piece of work on one of the students’ modules/topics of study.
Working in collaboration with private, public, and third sector organisations, student groups work on projects spanning 10-12 weeks across term time: Semester 1 (September – December) and Semester 2 (January – April). Students work on projects independently, therefore needing only a small amount of your time (typically 3 meetings in total over the 10-12 weeks period).
The projects happen across a number of study levels, from first year up to postgraduate level, and in different discipline areas. Depending on the module, projects are either based within a seminar group (usually 20-25 students) or as a small group project (usually 4-6 students).
The projects are often done within, alongside and attached to timetabled teaching activities away from the organisations’ premises and direct supervision, under the guidance of academic supervisors.
As a consequence of this, you are able to participate in multiple project areas should you have the willingness and capacity to do so. Projects can also be replicated across other study levels and discipline areas, depending on the nature of the project.
Our students can support on projects that you may have struggled to put time or resources into. Students can offer key skills, specialist knowledge, and fresh insight into your organisation. Find out how our students can help add value to your organisation,