New work-integrated learning toolkit now live

The WIL Toolkit responds to increasing sector-wide calls to bridge academic theory and professional practice. It is designed to support colleagues across departments, regardless of disciplinary background or previous experience with work-integrated learning, by offering adaptable, accessible tools to support with curriculum design, partnership development and authentic assessment.

Key features of the new WIL toolkit include:

• Introduction and benefits of work integrated learning
• Practical guidance for embedding work integrated learning across diverse disciplines
• Assessment models and learning outcomes aligned with real-world tasks and employer expectations
• Current case studies and podcasts, including examples from Durham University academics
• Examples of inclusive and equitable work-related learning practices.

Launched at the Teaching and Learning Conference under this year’s keynote theme, “Disrupting the Default: Active Learning as a Pedagogical Imperative,” attendees received early access to the toolkit, with a live demonstration and Q&A session by the Careers and Enterprise Team during the afternoon breakout sessions.

Laura Dorian, Deputy Director, Careers and Enterprise, said; “This toolkit is a tangible outcome of Durham’s commitment to embedding employability and graduate readiness into the academic experience. By equipping educators with tested frameworks and practical resources, we’re enabling innovative teaching that resonates beyond the classroom.”

The WIL Toolkit is now live and available to staff on Sharepoint.

Find out more:

• Access and explore the WIL Toolkit on SharePoint Toolkit for embedding WIL into the curriculum
• Durham Learning & Teaching Conference 2025: Active Pedagogy
• Visit Careers and Enterprise Supporting Staff