ABSTRACT
With work-integrated learning (WIL) increasingly becoming core within the higher education curriculum, greater attention needs to be given to further developing quality practice. Additional consideration should be given to ensuring the research-informed practice of WIL, quality and authentic WIL experiences, resourcing and management of WIL, equitable access and outcomes, and wellbeing of students and staff. A core benefit of student engagement with WIL is enhanced employability outcomes; however, as the number of students undertaking WIL increases, it is important to focus on the benefits beyond employability enhancement and consider the additional benefits for the students, external stakeholders, and educational institutions. With the rapidly changing workplace, it is crucial that WIL programs and pedagogy are continuously reviewed and challenged, and that WIL staff have access to professional development opportunities, so as to be able to enhance the quality of WIL programs and the student learning experience.
