Network at the world’s largest open conference for leaders of international education – explore collaborative solutions with more than 1,200 leaders from 80 countries at Going Global in Kuala Lumpur from 2-4 May 2018. The British Council’s annual conference for leaders of international education, Going Global 2018 will explore the theme, ‘Global connections, local impact: Creating 21st century skills, knowledge and impact for society-wide good’….
…e outstanding individuals and to equip them with the skills needed for the world of work. Case study: AME at Coventry University The West Midlands manufacturing and engineering sector suffers skills shortages with major employers attempting to recruit from a limited pool. To overcome this, the Coventry and Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) set a target of 5,000 new engineers by 2015. To engage with this agenda, Coventry University an…
…the importance of supporting each and every student and engaging with the world of work in the technical and professional education they provide. We asked participants to conceive and plan an undergraduate programme to address the problems of an ageing global population in 24 hours based on these values. They did this really well. We found that the intensity of the process was an aid, not an obstacle. It fostered creativity, focus and team-workin…
…s. In addition, we removed institutional barriers and processes. We had no rules, no conventions and no requirements except sound pedagogy and the distinctive patterns of Alliance education. Instead, people participated in an intense semi-structured process for building a programme in a day characterised by an openness to innovation. In this environment, they were able to build a programme in a day. The Sandpit was a special event put together wit…
…evelop creative solutions to real-life problems. As always with live, real-world challenges, the answers do not yet exist. They can only be co-created as the activities progress. These authentic learning experiences led to a shift in focus of skills development, to move from ‘thinking about doing’ to ‘doing’ – providing both a bridge between school/college and university as well as a framework around which other learning and support activities cou…
…ting 21st Century skills, knowledge and impact for society-wide good’. The world’s largest open forum for education leaders offers participants a far-reaching platform to share insights and expertise with more than 1,000 delegates from 80 countries across the globe. The British Council is currently accepting speaker proposals (session presenters, panellists and chairs), as well as submissions to present a poster related to the 2018 theme. All spea…
…covering everything from food security to viral threats in the developing world. Between them, the 20 institutions in University Alliances are already working in 95 countries eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA). As a result, they are well-placed to fulfil the objectives of GCRF, as well as other funds aimed at reducing global poverty. Find out more about our members’ work and our recommendations to government in our Spotlight Repor…
…tter. Face Lab, Liverpool John Moores University, show their facial reconstruction techniques As the showcase illustrated, Alliance universities support and promote an environment in which our creative activities and economy can flourish. For example, the REACT Hub – a partnership between UWE Bristol and the city’s arts and cultural cinema centre Watershed along with the Universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter has led to more than 50 dyn…
…ts to bridge a shortfall in essential creative skills. The university also runs an Automotive and Transport Design Course which supports students to explore the cars, and transport systems, of the future. Students on this course are working with the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases from vehicles. They are developing feasible ideas and concepts for new-generation low carbon vehicles. These take up f…
…The government’s assurance on funding for EU students will be a relief to anyone thinking about studying here next year. It shows that we want bright minds to come to Britain to enrich our culture and support local businesses up and down the country. It will also help to promote our world-class education system abroad. We look forward to working with government to ensure the message that Britain remains open and welcoming to international students…
