Learn by Doing in Action
Hands-on research. Real-world impact. At Cal Poly, students work with faculty and industry partners to explore ideas, solve problems and drive innovation forward.
Experiential Learning
Go beyond the classroom.
Enterprise courses put you in real-world settings, building the hands-on skills and confidence to launch your career. You'll apply what you've learned in the classroom to real-world situations as part of a collaborative team while building professional skills and graduate with hands-on experience that prepares you for your career.
Student Research
Applying what you learn in the classroom to real-world problem solving is at the heart of Learn by Doing and everything we do. You’ll take your knowledge beyond lectures and put it into practice in meaningful, hands-on experiences.
Hands-On Learning Labs
These spaces bring Learn by Doing to life, giving students practical experience applying knowledge in hands-on, collaborative environments. You’ll work alongside peers and mentors to turn ideas into real-world solutions.
Centers and Institutes
Work alongside experts solving real-world challenges and advancing the future of agriculture, food and environmental sciences.You’ll gain hands-on experience and make an impact while building the skills for your career.
