Challenging Traditional Research Training Culture: Industry-oriented Doctoral Programs in Australian Cooperative Research Centres

Title
Challenging Traditional Research Training Culture: Industry-oriented Doctoral Programs in Australian Cooperative Research Centres
Publication Date
2008
Author(s)
Harman, Kay Maree
Editor
Editor(s): Jussi Valimaa, Oili-Helena Ylijoki,
Type of document
Book Chapter
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
Springer
Place of publication
Dordrecht, Netherlands
Edition
1
UNE publication id
une:5612
Abstract
Traditional structures and cultures of doctoral research training are being challenged in many countries around the world. In Australia, doctoral programs in Cooperative Research Centres (CRCs) are challenging traditional modes of university science-based research training by integrating professional development closely with industry needs. A key emphasis is on producing "industry-ready" graduates who possess a broader educational experience closely aligned with the needs of research users. This chapter focuses on how the education and training culture of doctoral students working in or funded by CRCs, differs from that of the traditional science-based training culture, and to what degree the more innovative culture of CRCs is seen to be achieving its goals in light of the demands of an ever-challenging knowledge society.
Link
Citation
Cultural Perspectives on Higher Education, p. 179-195
ISBN
1402066031
9781402066030
Start page
179
End page
195

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