1. The benefits & challenges of running an international placement module A Case Study : Law in Practice International Anna Deans & Chris Riley Department of Law & Criminology

2. Introduction Wider Context Clinical Legal Education Increase greater opportunities for internationalisation (in line with University International Agenda) Employability (University Employability Statement)

3. How the Placement Module is Structured Operates as a Level 6 Elective Public and Private Institutions Sourcing Placements Student Selection Process

4. Operation of Placement Three Way Relationship (student/tutor/supervisor) Attendance Induction Workshops Placement Visits Assessment

5. Who Benefits & How? STUDENTS Transferable skills Emotional Intelligence Reflection Theory/Practice Nexus Ethics Professionalism Appreciation of a Different Legal Jurisdiction Understanding of the Workplace - assists with transition from University to employment Cultural Awareness Developing students' global perspective

6. Who Benefits & How? THE FACULTY Relationships with external stakeholders Build clinical profile Cross curricular impact Links with tertiary sector(volunteer/community)

7. Who Benefits & How? LEGAL SERVICE PROVIDERS Links with the Faculty Pro Bono Activity Recruitment Free Workers Informs current legal education Develops partners international awareness

8. Challenges of Placements & How to Overcome Them Sourcing Cost Sustainability Supervision (Distance) Overwhelming students Assessment Quality Assurance - uniformity of experience Reflection

9. Challenges of Placement & How to Overcome Them Placement Supervisors/Tutors Confidentiality Calibre of Students Preparation for placement

10. Conclusion Any Questions?