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Engineering community-based learning at the University of Bristol

The University of Bristol's Centre for Public Engagement explores community-based learning through engineering projects. Undergraduates undertake research and design initiatives, working closely with community partners to co-design impactful solutions. Interns leverage their technical knowledge and civil engineering expertise to inspire peers and enhance their skills through real-world experiences. 11 projects have been scoped with 8 partners, leading to 6 active initiatives. This collaboration fosters tangible outcomes, while addressing challenges in assessment and aligning with departmental goals.

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Engineering community-based learning at the University of Bristol

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  1. Engineering community-based learning at the University of Bristol Kate Miller, Centre for Public Engagement

  2. Overview of projects • 3rd year research projects and 4th year design projects • Undergraduates interns scoped potential community placements • Contacting and liaising with community partners • Co-designing feasible projects • Recruiting academic supervisors

  3. Why use interns? • Technical knowledge of engineering problems • Knowledge of civil engineering undergraduate course • Potential to inspire their peers

  4. Outcomes (so far) • 11 projects scoped with 8 community partners • 9 projects obtained academic supervisors • 6 projects (but 7 groups of students) taking place • Projects underway...

  5. Initial findings • Interns: • Valuable experience, working with wide range of partners • Inspired them to do projects • Students: • Chance to do something tangible • Enhancing skills through opportunities like stakeholder meetings

  6. Initial findings • Supervisors: • Need to consider what they get out of it • Matching research expertise to project is essential • Community partners: • Have to bear in mind the time they can devote to projects • Initial discussions about future developments

  7. Challenges • Assessment of projects (especially as part of wider curriculum) • Linking to Department’s plans for undergraduate learning • Need to consider value to all partners involved in project

  8. What are the drivers for community based learning projects?

  9. How can you scope community-based projects?

  10. What are some of the barriers to developing community based learning projects?

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