Experiential Learning by Type
Here at BYU, we define experiential learning into 6 experience types: Culminating Learning Experience, Field Study/Field Work, Internship, Research, Study Abroad, and Campus Engagement. Explore the tabs below to learn how we define each type of experiential learning and find ideas on how to get started. To learn more about experiential learning by college, visit our website here.
Culminating Learning Experience
Students increase and/or demonstrate mastery of knowledge, skills, and dispositions.
• Professionalizing experience
• Capstone/Project-based learning
• Competition (competing)
• Conference/Symposium/Workshop
• Creative activity (performing)
• Festival (performing)
• Portfolio
• Public performance (e.g., final show)
• Recital
• Senior project or thesis
Field Study/Work
A faculty-led, academic study or work opportunity in a real-world setting.
Internships
Structured learning that takes place in a professional setting
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• Clinical
• Off-campus internship
• On-campus internship
• International internship
• Practicum
• Student Teaching
Research
Faculty directed study of a subject which seeks to discover new information or reach new understanding; or application of a discipline to develop new practices, processes, policies, resources, or tools.
• Conference (presenting)
• Mentored practice or product
• Mentored research
• Publishing
Study Abroad
A faculty-led, academic study experience where students are exposed to different cultures, people, and environments. More info at the Kennedy Center.