ATBU Announces Closure of 2024/2025 SIWES Programme: Students Get 2-Week Deadline for Reports and Documents
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) has formally announced the close of the 2024/2025 Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), issuing a detailed notice to guide all participating students on the final steps required.
The circular, dated November 21, 2025, was released by the Industrial Training and Coordinating Unit and signed by the Deputy Registrar, Yahuza Haruna Gital.
In the notice, all SIWES students are instructed to wrap up activities at their training centres and prepare for mandatory submissions that will follow when school resumes.
What the SIWES Notice Means for ATBU Students
According to the Unit, the 2024/2025 SIWES programme has officially reached its conclusion. Students must now begin the transition from fieldwork to documentation and assessment.
The notice outlines four major expectations:
- Submission of all required SIWES documents
- Writing and submission of the SIWES report
- Defence of their industrial training experience
- Completion of all outstanding tasks at their places of attachment
Submission Timeline, Required Documents, and Where to Submit
To ensure a smooth conclusion of the programme, ATBU has issued a strict submission schedule and checklist.
Submission Window:
Two weeks after school resumes
Submission Channel:
Departmental SIWES coordinators
Documents Required:
- SIWES Logbook
- ITF Form 8
- Biodata Form
Students are urged to keep all documents safe and ensure they are complete, filled correctly, and duly signed by their industry supervisors.
What SIWES Students Must Do Before Leaving Their Training Centres
As the programme closes, students are expected to tidy up all pending responsibilities. ATBU advises students to:
- Complete any ongoing tasks
- Update and finalize logbooks up to the last working day
- Ensure all required signatures from supervisors are properly obtained
Meeting these requirements ensures that every student’s participation is verified and duly recorded upon their return to campus.
Writing a Professional SIWES Report
ATBU emphasizes that the SIWES report is a key academic requirement. Students are reminded to prepare their reports in line with university-approved guidelines.
A standard SIWES report should:
- Follow the departmental or university format
- Explain the nature of work done during training
- Highlight skills and competencies gained
Students are encouraged to:
- Use clear and concise sentences
- Break down technical terms into simple language
- Include real examples of tasks, tools, and equipment used
Departments may issue additional requirements, so students are advised to check their SIWES handbook or consult their coordinators for clarity.
Preparing for the SIWES Defence
The notice also reminds students that they will be required to defend their SIWES experience before a departmental panel.
How to prepare:
- Review your logbook and identify key tasks
- Outline practical skills gained, such as teamwork, troubleshooting, or the use of machinery
- Prepare brief and clear responses to likely questions about job roles and responsibilities
The defence serves as proof of hands-on participation and professional growth.
Opportunities and Praise from the Training Period
The Industrial Training and Coordinating Unit commended students for demonstrating good conduct, professionalism, and commitment throughout the SIWES period.
Significantly, the notice reveals that several organisations have shown interest in offering further opportunities to students who performed exceptionally well.
These may include:
- Employment offers
- Further internships
- Strong industry references
Students are encouraged to maintain positive relationships with their host organisations.
A Step Closer to Final Year
The university congratulated SIWES participants who will be advancing into their final year in the next academic session. The Unit noted that the skills and experience gained during SIWES will be valuable in their final-year projects and advanced academic work.
Moving Forward with Confidence
ATBU’s detailed guide aims to help students conclude the SIWES programme smoothly and transition into the final phases of their academic journey with clarity and confidence.
Students are advised to follow all instructions closely to avoid delays or complications in their SIWES assessment and overall academic progress.
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