Vision statement

 Higher education will be radically disrupted by digital transformation. It is our ambition that City St George’s will be a disruptor rather than be disrupted. To achieve this, we need to develop the organisational mindset and capabilities to embrace the opportunities that digital transformation gives us.

Over the last year we have worked across the institution to understand what our digital aspirations are in relation to education, research, student experience, and enterprise. We have already invested in our core IT infrastructure through the “IT Big 6” strategic technology change projects.

A learner- and research-centred, digitally empowered institution

 This vision guides our ambition to transform into a learner- and research-centred, digitally empowered institution, offering personalised, flexible, and innovative education and research. This directly supports the achievement of Vision and Strategy 2030.

We aim to prepare our diverse learners and collaborators for the evolving demands of business, practice, and the professions, while building a culture of continuous learning and digital excellence among staff and the broader community.

Guiding principles

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Personalised & Inclusive Student Experience

Student experience is inclusive, personalised, and enhanced by learning and social spaces

What good looks like
  • Connected, supportive community across physical and digital spaces.
  • High-quality, flexible learning environments.
  • Students have improved their self-efficacy.
  • Equitable access to resources.
How we get there
  • Redesign learning spaces for collaboration and flexibility.
  • Implement online community and virtual simulation tools.
  • Develop strategies for consistent and personalised student experiences.
  • Leverage learning analytics to enhance educational pathways.
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Digital-by-Design Education

Our educational offer is digital by design ensuring equity, flexibility, and scalability

What good looks like
  • Educational offerings are digitally accessible and inclusive.
  • Engaging, collaborative experiences on-campus and online.
  • Lifelong professional engagement with the university.
How we get there
  • Simplify technological interfaces.
  • Streamline and innovate teaching modes.
  • Adopt flexible academic structures.
  • Integrate AI for content and learning support.
  • Enhance continuous professional development options.
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Research and Enterprise Excellence

Our research and enterprise are cutting edge and at the forefront of practice

What good looks like
  • New ways of disseminating research outputs.
  • Increased interdisciplinary, collaborative and cutting-edge research.
  • Digital insights applied to education and the student experience.
  • Enterprise initiatives driving professional and societal change.
How we get there
  • Promote collaboration across research areas.
  • Integrate new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Extended Reality (XR).
  • Enhance enterprise activities with digital strategies.
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Digitally Empowered and Supported Staff

Our staff are digitally competent, empowered, and supported.

What good looks like
  • Staff skilled in creating digital learning experiences.
  • Advanced digital services and research capabilities.
  • Streamlined processes that minimises workload and enhance satisfaction.
  • Adaptable roles across education, research and support functions.
How we get there
  • Introduce a digital capabilities development programme.
  • Cultivate a culture of ongoing digital learning and innovation.
  • Incorporate digital competences into job descriptions.
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    Curriculum for Future-Ready Graduates

    Our curriculum prepares students for business, practice, and the professions.

    What good looks like
    • Integration of interdisciplinary opportunities.
    • Authentic assessments aligned with real-world scenarios.
    • Regular curriculum updates for technological relevance.
    How we get there
    • Emphasise AI literacy, critical and analytical thinking, data analysis.
    • Replace outdated content and create interdisciplinary opportunities.
    • Adopt innovative assessment methods for better employability readiness.

    “It’s really about how we’re using technology to create more efficient opportunities for learning.”

    – Professor Susannah Quinsee

    Get Involved in our Transformation Journey

    Join us in shaping the future of education and research through digital innovation. Whether you’re a student, staff member, or partner, there’s a place for you in our transformation initiatives.

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