Building institutional capacity to enhance access participation and progression in Work Integrated Learning (WIL): Final Report 2015

Work integrated learning (WIL) is attracting attention internationally as universities investigate ways to improve the work readiness of graduates. Successful WIL activities can contribute to a sustainable workforce for future economic growth and an increasing number of Australian universities are undertaking to provide such opportunities to all students. Yet there are perceived barriers for some students to fully engage. While much has been done to assist the growing diversity of student cohorts to participate, particularly during first year, perceived barriers to successful participation in WIL have been largely unexplored. Given the federal government's focus on widening participation and social inclusion and the rapid increase of WIL, a systematic and informed approach is needed to improve graduate outcomes for all students