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Bridge Theory with Practice

HAFEDPOLY’s SIWES program connects you to real-world industry experience.

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Announcements
Deadline: SIWES applications close on June 30, 2025.
New: Updated SIWES reporting guidelines available.

What is SIWES?

The Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is a mandatory industrial training program for students of Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic (HAFEDPOLY). It is designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical work experience.

SIWES is supervised by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) to ensure students gain relevant hands-on experience in their field of study.

Objectives of SIWES
  • Provide real-world industry exposure
  • Enhance employability skills
  • Apply classroom knowledge in practical settings
  • Develop professional work ethics
  • Prepare students for post-graduation careers

Eligibility Requirements

To participate in SIWES at HAFEDPOLY, students must meet the following criteria:

Academic Requirements
  • Must be a full-time student at HAFEDPOLY
  • Must have completed at least one academic year
  • Must have a minimum CGPA of 2.50
  • Must be in an accredited program (ND/HND)
Documentation Requirements
  • Completed SIWES application form
  • Approved SIWES placement letter
  • Student ID card copy
  • Academic transcript
  • Medical fitness certificate

Application Process

Step 1: Online Registration

Log in to the HAFEDPOLY SIWES Portal and complete the registration form.

Step 2: Upload Required Documents

Submit scanned copies of your ID card, transcript, and other necessary documents.

Step 3: Approval & Placement

The SIWES coordinator will verify your application and assign an approved industry placement.

Step 4: Orientation

Attend a mandatory SIWES orientation session before starting your training.

Step 5: Begin Training

Report to your assigned organization and commence your industrial training.

SIWES Timeline (2024/2025)

Activity Start Date End Date
Application Opens May 1, 2025 June 30, 2025
Orientation July 15, 2025 July 19, 2025
Industrial Training August 1, 2025 January 31, 2025
Mid-Training Report Submission October 15, 2025 October 30, 2025
Final Report Submission February 10, 2025 February 28, 2025

Required Documents

Before Training
  • Completed SIWES application form
  • Student ID card copy
  • Academic transcript
  • Medical fitness certificate
  • Passport photograph (2 copies)
After Training
  • SIWES logbook (fully signed)
  • Final report (typed & bound)
  • Employer’s assessment form
  • Student’s evaluation form

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

All full-time ND and HND students who have completed at least one academic year with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 are eligible.

The SIWES program runs for 6 months (August to January for the 2025/2025 session).

Yes, students can secure their own placements, but the organization must be approved by the SIWES coordinator.

Yes, SIWES is a mandatory part of the curriculum for all eligible students.