How Are We Different?

In Fieldwork, students are paired with mentors and put into work placements relevant to their field of study. They apply the knowledge they learn in class to real-life settings, and develop practical skills suited to their career environments. Along with learning through practical application, Fieldwork also fosters the development of emotional intelligence. Students, while immersed in their work settings, develop personal and social responsibility by learning about self-management, relationship management, and career management.

Seen in the results and testimonies of many BPEC alumni, students who complete Fieldwork tend to have a notable advantage when continuing onto other education programs – such as SFU’s Professional Development Program (PDP). Compared to others, they already have a variety of workplace-related experiences, and are generally more confident in the skill sets they have to offer.