Interdisciplinary learning and research

Find out how to work across multiple academic disciplines in higher education, in order to pool expertise and develop novel skillsets and solutions to complex problems. These guides offer insight on how to break down disciplinary boundaries in university teaching and research to seek greater understanding.

By kiera.obrien, 4 November, 2024

Bridging the SDG awareness gap

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Universities have a critical role to play in increasing awareness of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Here’s how to do it
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6minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 16 October, 2024

Beyond borders: how to make online global collaborative learning work

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As higher education strives to ‘reset’ in the age of AI to become more flexible, interdisciplinary, open, focused on real-world learning and with authentic assessment, curriculum-embedded OGCL is a key path to future-ready graduates
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 3 October, 2024

Using Sustainable Development Goals to foster innovation

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The SDGs offer both a universal framework and a way to incorporate global perspectives into curricula. Here are strategies for integrating their outward-focused, innovative mindset into everyday learning
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 10 September, 2024

Developing interdisciplinary courses for tomorrow’s scholars

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Many universities are developing new interdisciplinary degree programmes to prepare students for working across sectors on complex issues. But how can we engage faculty in this whole-institution approach?
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5minutes
Interdisciplinary learning and research