1. Student Mobility in National and International Landscapes
Dr Janet Brown
Chief Executive

2. Drivers Blurring of national & international boundaries
Interconnectedness of the world
Need for global solutions to global problems
Building a knowledge society
Achieving more together
Mobility important:
Community/society
Individuals
Institutions
Relationships between countries and governments

3. Community/Society Growth Productivity Shared knowledge
Increased understanding of the world and its interconnectedness
Otpimises resources

4. Individuals Widens horizons Provides experience beyond own
community or society
Increases understanding of other systems and cultures
Produces confident individuals able to operate in many contexts
Generates innovative and creative thinking and doing

5. Institutions Exchange of experience and expertise
Become part of knowledge society
Encourages ‘home’ students to widen their own horizons
Adds to the status of the institution
Rich & fertile exchanges between institutions

6. Countries and Governments
International co-operation
Fosters good international relations
Win-win situation bringing benefits to all involved
Scotland and China

7. How do we do this – nationally and internationally
Link between academia, industry & business
Right skills for the 21st century
Use of national & global standards
Qualifications that are fit-for-purpose
Ensure qualifications are recognised & valued
Use frameworks and benchmarking
Share expertise and experience

8. SQA – ensuring student mobility
Work with industry & business incorporating global standards
Benchmarked qualifications developed by experts and practitioners
Working with institutions to strengthen articulation
Working with partners to share knowledge and expertise
UK & Scottish Governments links with Chinese Government

9. Benefits of internationalisation