1. Queen Margaret University approach to embedding sustainability in the curriculum Carol Brennan Convener of the Curriculum Working Group and Director of the Consumer Insight Centre Newcastle University 16 May 2013 Learning and Teaching Seminar Ways to embed sustainability in the curriculum

2. Queen Margaret University – Craighall Campus

3. QMU – Holistic Approach Sustainability is at the core of our vision - joined-up approach to the social, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainable development Embed sustainability into the curriculum and research Leadership training, corporate practice and community links

4. Environmental Facts Highest scoring UK university project for sustainability (BREAAM) Design maximises air tightness, daylight and natural ventilation Woodchip boiler generates heat for the campus, reducing carbon footprint Green travel plan Fair Trade Status Building management system (BEMS) optimises the operation of heating, ventilation and lighting systems

5. People and Planet First Class Award2 nd out of 14 Scottish Universities 38 out of 145 UK (up by 19 places on previous year)

6. Universities and Colleges Climate Commitment for Scotland (UCCCfS) QMU has signed this commitment to reduce our carbon footprint. This covers Curriculum development Waste reduction, recycling and responsible disposal Sustainable estate development and planning Responsible procurement of goods/services

7. Curriculum Working Group (Sustainability) Student Experience Committee School of Arts, Social Sciences and Management 3 colleagues School of Health Sciences 2 colleagues Centre for Academic Practice and Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges Director of CAP 1 colleague from EAUC Sharing practice across the University Formed in 2009

8. QMU Flowchart: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Context: Global National Local University QMU Strategies:Strategic Plan QELTA Programme Aims and Learning Outcomes Module Aims and Learning Outcomes

9. Validation and Review: Guidance on Sustainability Is there evidence of an appropriate strategy for embedding education for sustainable development in the curriculum? Do students have sufficient opportunity to acquire the learning necessary for sustainable development practice? Does the Student Handbook provide sufficient guidance on sustainable development in the curriculum?

10. A model for embedding sustainable development in the Queen Margaret University curriculum External Activities Economic Sustainability Local Community Sustainable Communities Sustainable Business Social Justic e Social Responsibility 4 'i's Sustainable Campus Campus Life Student Experience Research Accredited Training and CPD Knowledge Exchange

11. Sustainability Events at QMU Conference and world caféInside track eventGuidance for validation and reviewLunch event on learning about sustainability – included studentsResearch-teaching links and sustainability – included students

12. 12 Enhancement Theme: The student experience Graduate Attributes - QMU aspires to develop graduates who conduct themselves professionally and ethically, respecting the diversity of others have the capacity to help build a socially just and sustainable society, striving for high levels of social, ethical, cultural and environmental conduct are mindful of their role as global citizens, contributing positively to society at local, national or international levels

13. United Nations Recognised Centre of Expertise in Education for Sustainable Development for Scotland QMU contributed to bid - successful December 2012 Members include universities, colleges, EAUC, Eco-schools, People and Planet, UNESCO, GTCS, Education Scotland and several sustainability organisations One of a global network of 116 RCEs – only two are countries, including Scotland Excellent scope for collaboration in Scotland http://rcescotland.wordpress.com/

14. Summary Sustainability is important Linking sustainability, curriculum, research, the student experience and graduate attributes It is core business and therefore is crucial as part of an institutional response to sustainability

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16. Contact Carol Brennan cbrennan@qmu.ac.ukcbrennan@qmu.ac.uk 0131 474 0000