Analytic Quality Glossary

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Citation reference: Harvey, L., 2004–12, Analytic Quality Glossary, Quality Research International, http://www.qualityresearchinternational.com/glossary/

This is a dynamic glossary and the author would welcome any e-mail suggestions for amendments or additions. Page updated 25 January, 2012 copyright Lee Harvey 2004–12

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Sandwich

core definition

A sandwich programme is one that has a significant period of work experience built into it such that the programme is extended beyond the normal length of similar programmes without the sandwich element.

explanatory context

In some countries, the work placement part of the sandwich programme is referred to as co-operative study, co-operative education or internship.

Sandwich programmes are of two-types. Thick-sandwich programmes have one long placement period (usually an academic or a calendar year). Thin-sandwich programmes are usually linked to professional practice and involve several shorter periods of placement in a professional setting interspersed with periods of academic study. This is usual in teacher training, nursing, medicine, social work and similar areas that require overt demonstration of skills and competences.

analytical review

HEFCE (2010) defines:

Sandwich: A course of study which includes periods of practical work in organisations outside the university or college.

The Higher Education Authority of Ireland defines:

Sandwich Course: A course in which periods of study in an educational institution alternate with periods of practical experience in an appropriate work situation in industry, commerce or a profession. (HEA, 2004)

associated issues

related terms