SHLS international team takes psychology education expertise to Indonesia
Glasgow Caledonian University's School of Health and Life Sciences (SHLS) international team have clinched a British Council Exploratory Grant for a Psychology Transnational Education (TNE) project with Universitas Padjadjaran in Indonesia.
Associate Dean International Dr Karen Thomson, International Lead for Psychology Dr Monika McNeill and International Lead Dr Gordon Hill are delighted to be awarded the £25,000 grant after submitting a strong application.
The aim of the 12-month project is to establish an International Undergraduate Programme (IUP) at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Padjadjaran (Fapsi Unpad), by August this year.
The IUP is designed to meet international standards, enhance the global competitiveness of the Faculty, and align it with the broader objectives of expanding transnational education opportunities.
Psychology lecturer in the Department of Psychology and project co-ordinator Dr McNeill will ensure that the IUP has a solid foundation that meets the high standards of our transnational education.
As a partner institution with extensive experience in delivering quality international education, Glasgow Caledonian will work closely with Fapsi Unpad to finalise the IUP curriculum, increase the numbers of Faculty staff able to deliver high quality international education, organise student exchanges and ensure graduates meet the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership of the British Psychology Society.
It is hoped that on completion of the IUP, the Indonesian students will progress to postgraduate training in Psychology at Glasgow Caledonian.
Dr Thomson said: “The School of Health and Life Sciences is thrilled to receive a British Council Exploratory Grant for a Psychology Transnational Education project with Fapsi Unpad University in Indonesia.
“This exciting collaboration aims to enhance global learning opportunities, strengthen academic partnerships, increase GCU brand awareness in Indonesia and support innovative education that benefits students and faculty across both institutions.”
Dr McNeill added: “The Department of Psychology is excited to collaborate with Fapsi Unpad University on the British Council Exploratory Grant. This innovative partnership will foster knowledge exchange and support innovative teaching, enriching the academic experience for students in Scotland and in Indonesia.”
Last week, Dr McNeill attended a meeting organised by the British Council Indonesia and the Indonesian Ministry of Education, showcasing the TNE British Council-funded projects.
Dr McNeill said it was highlighted at the event that only six out of 20 applications received funding - Glasgow Caledonian being one of them.