University of Wolverhampton case study

Purpose This case study aims to provide a critical evaluation of the decision by the University of Wolverhampton's School of Legal Studies to develop a number of workbased learning modules, offered as part of the undergraduate programme. It seeks to examine why the School has taken the approach...

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Published in:Education + Training 2007, Vol.49 (3), p.201-209
Main Authors: Nicholls, Emma, Walsh, Margaret
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
Law schools
Undergraduates
United Kingdom
Workplace learning
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Summary:Purpose This case study aims to provide a critical evaluation of the decision by the University of Wolverhampton's School of Legal Studies to develop a number of workbased learning modules, offered as part of the undergraduate programme. It seeks to examine why the School has taken the approach of embedding workbased learning into what has traditionally been a purely theoretical programme. Designmethodologyapproach This is a case study which evaluates the decision by the School of Legal Studies to implement a range of workbased learning modules. Findings Initial findings suggest that there are clear benefits for students undertaking workbased learning modules. Research limitationsimplications Further research is needed to establish whether there is a clear link between students electing the workbased modules and a positive impact on graduate employability. Practical implications Institutions could consider workbased learning as part of the response to the employability agenda, in a climate where competition for jobs is fierce, particularly in the area of law. Originalityvalue This case study will be of value for those institutions which are considering introducing workbased learning modules for law students.
ISSN:0040-0912
DOI:10.1108/00400910710749332