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University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
University of Port Harcourt

Student industrial work experience

This page helps students prepare for industrial training. Confirm eligibility, placement dates, required forms and assessment arrangements with the departmental SIWES coordinator. The checklist below is general preparation guidance, not a published departmental timetable.

01 — Prepare for placement

  • Confirm the requirements for your level and programme.
  • Prepare a concise CV and identify relevant technology organisations.
  • Ask the coordinator which introduction, acceptance and registration documents are required.
  • Obtain departmental approval before committing to a placement.

02 — During your training

  • Agree on learning goals with your workplace supervisor.
  • Keep a regular record of activities, skills and challenges.
  • Respect workplace safety, confidentiality and acceptable-use policies.
  • Keep your coordinator informed of changes to your placement.

03 — Complete and reflect

  • Confirm the required supervisor endorsements and evaluation documents.
  • Prepare your technical report using the approved departmental format.
  • Check submission and presentation dates with the coordinator.
  • Reflect on the skills you developed and areas for further learning.

Forms and coordinator details

Approved forms will be available in Resources when supplied. The coordinator name, contact details and current deadlines are awaiting departmental confirmation.

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About SIWES

The Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme connects academic learning with practical workplace experience. Students explore professional environments, apply their knowledge and develop practical skills.

Confirm eligibility, placement requirements, approved forms and dates with the departmental SIWES coordinator.

Departmental laboratory learning.
Departmental laboratory learning.

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Students on Training

During industrial training, students develop workplace skills, participate in supervised activities and learn how technology supports an organisation.

Keep a regular record of your work, follow workplace safety and confidentiality requirements, and stay in contact with your supervisor and departmental coordinator.

Practical learning in the department.
Practical learning in the department.

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Students Defending the IT Report

The IT report defence provides an opportunity for students to explain their industrial training experience, discuss the tasks they completed and reflect on the skills they gained.

Prepare your report and presentation using the approved departmental format. Confirm submission dates, required documents and defence arrangements with the coordinator.

Departmental classroom activity.
Departmental classroom activity.