Rationale and Objectives

The fundamental value of WAP consists of extending the process of learning and development beyond the confines of the University into actual working environments. The WAP therefore aims to:

a.	Enable students to relate and where feasible apply their theoretical knowledge to ‘real world’ situations and demands.
b.	Accustom students to form work discipline and rigour which may vary considerably from those typically associated with undergraduate academic work.
c.	Provide opportunities for students to develop an enhanced sense of responsibility and maturity, social skills and competence so that they can function efficiently and professionally upon graduation.
d.	Enable students to enhance their reporting, communication and presentation skills.
e.	Provide the opportunity for students to integrate different academic fields.
f.	Create an awareness of the potential learning within mainly non-academic working environments.
g.	Enable the Faculty of Business, Economics and Policy Studies to maintain and develop links and cooperation with government departments and commercial organizations in ways that can help strengthen the academic programme to meet more closely with the development and labour power needs of Negara Brunei Darussalam

The Host Agency

This may potentially be within any field of government activity or in the private sector. However, the scope and level of work undertaken should be commensurate with academic background of the students and be broadly relevant to their degree programme. A specific job description would normally be agreed prior to each placement, detailing work to be undertaken during the 8-11 weeks period. In addition, regular supervision of students’ assessment and feedback through the appropriate FBEPS staff member is required.

Programme Administration

Overall the WAP Coordinator is responsible for liaison and coordination between Departments, Faculty, University and host agencies undertakes administration. In 2008, the WAP Committee members comprise of Hjh Anis Fauzulani Hj Dzulkiflee as the WAP Coordinator, Hj Suhaimi Hj Ali as the Deputy Coordinators and Bob Raini bin Ramli as the Secretary. Other members include Pang Weil Loon , Chen Chin Kang, Frankie Ong, Noraine Binti Ahmad, Siti Fatimahwati Bte P.D Hj Musa, Dk Siti Rozaidah Binti Pg Hj Idris and Dyg Noor Amal Hayati Binti Hj Md Salleh.

The duration of the WAP is 10 weeks, full-time, starting on 19th May – 26th July 2008.

Rules and Regulations

Students are not allowed to withdraw from WAP by Wednesday 30th April 2008

Initial report is to be submitted to Faculty’s supervisor by 16th June 2008. Students are required to have their report officially stamped and signed.

All reports submitted after 4 weeks of submission deadline will receive zero marks (0). The deduction is taken out from the 100% of the Faculty Supervisors’ marks.

Method of Assessment

*The WAP Committee is currently reviewing the assessment system. Any confirmed changes will be notified to students.

The Faculty Supervisor will assess the final report. Students are expected to submit their final report on or before 15th September 2008. The final reports from the students are compulsory and must be submitted on time to FBEPS Faculty Office. The WAP carries 4 credit units in the degree programme. Student performance is graded on the usual A, B, C, D, E, F scale by examiners.