The work placements are arranged by mutual agreement among students, faculty and employing organisations. Work placements start in May or September after the completion of Year 3 and continues through Year 4. Students in the program are selected on the basis of their academic performance, enthusiasm and motivation. Students have taken core courses in Biochemistry Genetics Human Physiology Pharmacology prior to the start of first work term. The role of the faculty advisor is to visit co-op students at the work place and provide advice on work term reports.
Students are available throughout the year.