Research, industry & the academy: Forging links & professionalizing graduates through conference assessment events

Horswell, Michael; West, Harry

Abstract

Ready and able graduates are much more than subject knowledgeable, or equipped with transferable skills. Conference assessment events, using live briefs from researchers and external stakeholders, and that include industry representatives and academics in the assessment process; provide an empowering synergy of benefits to students. We will reflect on our experiences using this approach in assessing 3rd year Geographic Information Systems projects.

Citation

Horswell, M., & West, H. (2017, February). Research, industry & the academy: Forging links & professionalizing graduates through conference assessment events. Paper presented at National Student Satisfaction (NSS) Survey: Best Practice Conference

• Presentation Conference Type: Conference Paper (unpublished)
• Conference Name: National Student Satisfaction (NSS) Survey: Best Practice Conference
• Start Date: Feb 2, 2017
• End Date: Feb 2, 2017
• Acceptance Date: Feb 10, 2017
• Publication Date: Feb 10, 2017
• Peer Reviewed: Not Peer Reviewed
• Keywords: research, industry, academy, forging links, professionalizing graduates, conference assessment events
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/898515
• Additional Information: Title of Conference or Conference Proceedings : National Student Satisfaction (NSS) Survey: Best Practice Conference