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Internationalising the campus

At the University of Warwick over one third of students come from outside the UK. Recognising that the cosmopolitan campus is a huge learning resource for all students, the University has embarked upon an ambitious programme of activities to ensure that every student has an international experience. For each student this may include spending some or all of their period of study in a country other than their own; studying, researching, and taking part in structured social, cultural and sporting activities with students from other countries; learning other languages, or a combination of some or all of these activities. All students will be able to acquire intercultural skills, and have the ability to reflect on these experiences in ways that contribute to their personal learning and development. Warwick graduates will be distinguished by their capacity to act as global citizens, with the personal and professional competence to be successful in an inter-connected world. The aim of this presentation is to share the Warwick experience, and open up a discussion with colleagues from Brazil and elsewhere on how to optimise the international experience of students.

Author(s):

James Kennedy    
University of Warwick
United Kingdom

Emily Lin    
University of Warwick
United Kingdom