Monash Warwick Alliance Education Fund - January 2019 Round

Participating in undergraduate research programs extend a student’s learning portfolio beyond the traditional expectations of the classroom. Alongside a sound academic foundation, participation in research tests determination and perseverance, fosters innovation, and develops critical thinking and intellectual independence. Universities around the world are turning their attention to the creation and promotion of innovative undergraduate research programs.

Over the past five years, the partnership between Monash University and the University of Warwick has seen the development of three successful undergraduate research initiatives; the International Conference of Undergraduate Research (ICUR), the Compass Research Networks Program, and the Global Leadership and Advance Research Program (GLARP). These three initiatives are significant innovations in the global higher education landscape.

Working collaboratively, key members from Monash and at Warwick will demonstrate the impact the initiatives have had on student learning through a series of surveys, focus groups and data analysis. The project will result in two peer-reviewed journal publications and the outcome help develop a deeper understanding of the pedagogical innovations and impact of the initiatives.

Principal Applicants:

Kate Aldred  Academic Director Coordinator, Centre for Undergraduate Research Initiatives and Excellence (CURIE) Monash University	Emma Barker Journal and Conferences Manager, Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) University of Warwick

Co-Applicants:

Kirra Minton Deputy Director, Centre for Undergraduate Research Initiatives and Excellence (CURIE) Monash University

Victoria Jelicic Journal and Conferences Coordinator, Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL) University of Warwick