1. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Developing an institutional international strategy What’s in it for linguists?

2. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Dean, Leslie Silver International Faculty, Leeds Metropolitan University. Pan-university role Responsible for leading the internationalisation of the University

3. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Leslie Silver International Faculty Academic Schools  School of Languages  Tourism, Hospitality and Events School  School of Applied Global Ethics Pan-University functions  International Office  Partnerships and Exchanges Office

4. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Aspiration Leeds Met aspires to be a world- class regional university with world-wide horizons using all our talents to the full.

5. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Leeds Met’s Corporate Plan Aim 5 To develop students’ international opportunities and global perspectives, ensuring that an international ethos pervades the University

6. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Helping to achieve this Internationalisation strategy (more a policy) Associated Regional Plans Assessment, Learning and Teaching Strategy Annual Operational Plan

7. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Approach Issue of culture change Set out values and purpose for internationalisation strategy – why are we doing it? Identify key themes Challenge – what would be the key themes for internationalisation in your university?

8. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Leeds Met’s Internationalisation Themes 1. Internationalising learning, teaching and research 2. Enhancing the international student experience 3. Enhancing the international experience of home students 4. Developing and fostering international partnerships and alliances 5. Developing staff capability for internationalisation 6. Effectively recruiting international students

9. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Internationalising Learning, Teaching and Research An environment supportive of internationalisation An international experience for all students as part of the curriculum The integration of international students in the life of the University Internationalisation of the curriculum across the University Experience of visiting lecturers Staff with international experience The opportunity to engage in exchange programmes Access to foreign language learning Cross-cultural capability

10. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Some examples of the strategy in practice Staff language survey Language Pass Language and Culture Fiesta Staff travel proposals identify which aspect of the strategy they aim to achieve Guidelines on Cross-Cultural Capability International Reflections

11. Language and Culture Fiesta

12. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University International Reflections

13. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University Why International Reflections? Help achieve culture change All staff, students, friends of Leeds Met Every day – please contribute! 200 words exactly Helps reinforce values Encourages staff to reflect on overseas travel – must complete after each visit Reflections almost always involve cultural reflection and sometimes language issues

14. Elspeth JonesLeeds Metropolitan University I’m happy to offer advice or consultancy Website www.leedsmet.ac.uk Email e.jones@leedsmet.ac.uk