Last week, the Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences welcomed colleagues from 19 institutions across 15 countries to the University’s biennial International Partnerships Conference, held across Avery Hill, Greenwich and Medway campuses.
The event brought together delegates who deliver Greenwich programmes through our TNE partnerships, celebrating the strength of our global network and exploring new opportunities for collaboration. Delegates joined us from Singapore, Mauritius, Vietnam, Greece, Ghana, Malawi, Hong Kong, Egypt, Sri Lanka and beyond, sharing best practice and strengthening connections across our global network.
The second day which focused on FEHHS programmes, opened at Avery Hill with a campus overview and tour, followed by a welcome from Pro Vice Chancellor and Executive Dean (Interim) Professor Stephen Corbett, who introduced our Schools, TNE strategy and expanding work in Central Asia. As Steve noted, “Research is so much richer, and the impact can be much more impressive when we collaborate.”
Three interactive sessions gave delegates the chance to engage directly with staff and students. Louise Atkins, Interim Head of School of Education, and colleagues showcased our range of School of Education, joined by current students who shared their experiences.
Charlotte Jeavons, Head of School of Human Sciences, and her team showcased their subject areas, bringing together students and alumni. As Charlotte shared: “Every one of our subjects is about improving the lives of our students, and hopefully the people in our communities. That’s what underpins our School.”
Two of our MSc Global Public Health students, Kavya Dahal and recent Harvard Hackathon winner Nana Ama Appiedu-Addo, delivered a live software demonstration sparked lively discussion as delegates explored public health statistics from their own countries. Nana said: “Watching that curiosity and excitement in the room reminded me of exactly why global health matters, and why education is one of the most powerful tools we have.”
Delegates toured our Simulation and Clinical Skills labs, led by Charles Everard, Head of Faculty Technical Learning and Support and GLASC Technical Director, and Samuel Burton, Clinical Skills Technical Support Assistant, gaining insight into how technology enhanced learning and simulation support the future of education and healthcare training.
Our technical team also showcased co creation work with Metaverse Learning, demonstrating how immersive technologies and AI can enhance teaching within the School of Health.
Lunch featured an interactive carousel in the sports hall, where colleagues explored our courses through interactive stalls with demonstrations and conversations with staff and students.
The afternoon continued at our Greenwich campus, where sessions focused on cross-university innovations and opportunities for global partnerships.
We look forward to building on the momentum of the conference and developing even more impactful collaborations with our global partners.
