Higher education institutions play a pivotal role in advancing sustainability by shaping future leaders, fostering innovation, and implementing campus solutions. This symposium explores curriculum integration, smart study programmes, and sustainable campus practices to equip students and institutions with the knowledge and tools needed for a greener, more resilient future.
The Symposium seeks to bring together cutting-edge research, case studies, and thought leadership to explore how sustainability may be better pursued in higher education, and can align their strategies, operations, and innovations with the principles of sustainability. By bridging theory and practice, this Event aims to provide actionable insights for academics, practitioners, policymakers, and students who are committed to shaping a sustainable future.
We invite submissions from the broad academic community, especially researchers, teaching staff and students. Contributions may span a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to pedagogy, curriculum development, campusmanagement, environmental science, social sciences, and technology. Papers may address, but are not limited to, the following themes:
- Integrating Sustainability Across Disciplines – Strategies for embedding sustainability into diverse academic fields.
- Innovative Pedagogies for Sustainability Education – Active learning, experiential education, and transdisciplinary approaches.
- Digital Tools and Smart Learning for Sustainability – Leveraging AI, e-learning, and data analytics for sustainability education.
- Student Engagement and Leadership in Sustainability – Empowering students as change agents in sustainability initiatives.
- Green Campus and Carbon-Neutral Universities – Best practices in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable infrastructure.
- Industry-Academia Collaboration for Sustainability – Partnerships with businesses and NGOs to enhance real-world impact.
- Sustainability Competencies and Future Skills – Defining essential skills for green jobs and responsible leadership.
- Policy and Governance for Sustainable Higher Education – Institutional frameworks, accreditation, and funding for sustainability programs.
- Social Equity and Inclusivity in Sustainability Education – Ensuring accessibility and diversity in sustainability initiatives.
- Measuring and Reporting Sustainability Impact – Tools for assessing the effectiveness of sustainability programs in HEIs.
These themes encourage holistic discussions on advancing sustainability in higher education through curriculum, technology, governance, and campus Transformation. Further themes may be considered, please consult the organisers to discuss your specific inputs.
