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What is Co-operative Education?

Co-operative education formally integrates academic study with alternating paid Co-op work

terms with employers. Employment is related to the student’s program of study, thereby extending the learning process beyond the classroom into the work world. Students who join this program, are able to benefit from the program in several ways such as apply classroom theory to real world work situations, develop new skills and knowledge, become involved in challenging and rewarding career-related work; reflect on workplace experience to enhance your classroom experience; explore career options; build resume by adding career relevant work experience to academic, develop a network of professional contacts.

Which faculties can apply for the Co-op education?

Students from the Faculty of Business and Faculty of Mathematical and Computational Sciences can apply for the co-op program.