NUST eLearning

Work integrated learning provides students with an opportunity to work under the guidance of a mentor within industry in an area related to marketing. Attaching students to industry, provides then with an opportunity to apply and develop their knowledge of marketing theories and concepts in a practical environment which on the other hand, forms students with new knowledge and the ability to link the different concepts into a holistic picture. Thus, you as the student is expected to play an active part and to take a leading role in learning within the controlled environment the targeted company is willing to provide.

WIL aims at giving students the opportunity to evaluate and apply a wide range of theoretical knowledge and skills gained in the study programme of regional and rural development in the work context at an appropriate duty station.

As part of the academic requirements of this department, our students are required to acquire practical experience during the period of study. This provides learners with opportunity to contextualize theoretical knowledge into the workplace. It also provides opportunity to develop interpersonal and communication skills. This exposure provides industry with fresh theoretical eyes that result in creativity and innovation.

The attachment minimum period of 6 weeks or 240 hours is require, full time where possible. If not possible, the arrangement can be a flexible one between the employee and the employer depending on the situation at hand.

The course World Literature Written in English aims to expose students to diverse world literature and their various alternative interpretations, with a view to engaging them in critical discourse and its application in contemporary life.