Our mission is to deliver international experiences that transform and empower our students. The benefits and impact of international experiences are wide ranging! These include, improved degree outcomes and future employment and earning potential. We believe that impact can be measured in a variety of ways, and should consider both the impact on individuals, and our levels of engagement with students from diverse backgrounds.
DMU Global at a glance
Since the launch of the DMU Global in 2014, we have achieved the following…
External recognition
Outstanding International Strategy
In 2016, DMU won the Times Higher Education Leadership Award for Outstanding International Strategy recognising the innovative approach that DMU Global had taken in delivering international experiences for students. The awarding committee noted how the programme added a new dimension to teaching and learning and how it has become one of the largest mobility schemes at any UK university.
2019 Heiskell Honorable Mention: Student Mobility
In 2019 DMU received the Heiskell Honorable Mention in the student mobility category at the IIE awards in New York, recognising the impact of the DMU Global programme and the opportunities for students to study, work and volunteer abroad on offer.
Sustainability international impact award finalist 2022
DMU Global has been shortlisted as a finalist by the Professionals in International Education (PIE) for their Sustainability International Impact award as part of The PIEoneer Awards 2022. The PIE has recognised DMU Global as a finalist in this category for the innovation and creativity shown in creating virtual international experiences, in response to the climate crisis and need to reduce carbon emissions globally.
Building Back Better winner
In November 2022, DMU Global won a Green Gown Award in the Building Back Better category. DMU Global was recognised for its innovative response to the COVID-19 pandemic and climate crisis, which includes attempts to reduce our carbon footprint, educate students and staff about sustainability, and the introduction of ‘greener’ virtual international experiences that encourage meaningful online collaboration with partners and students globally.
Employability international impact award – Highly Commended 2023
DMU Global and the DMU Careers Team were recognised as a Highly Commended finalist by the Professionals in International Education (PIE) for their Employability International Impact award as part of The PIEoneer Awards 2023. The PIE has recognised the collaboration for its meaningful short-term overseas experiences that are focused on fostering entrepreneurial spirit and making students more employable.
Student impact
Throughout their journey with us, we engage with students to help them set goals, reflect on their learning and to consider what skills they have developed. We collect a mix of qualitative and quantitative feedback which showcases how students feel they have benefited academically and personally. Student feedback shows that…
felt more confident in handling new and unfamiliar situations
felt the experience added value to their course at DMU
cited a better understanding of different cultures
Annual report
Our annual report provides an overview of DMU Global activity each year. You can read our latest annual report covering the 2023-24 academic year by clicking the link below…
DMU Global successfully delivered a whole year of international experiences for DMU students, and saw an impressive 1,260 students take part in our opportunities during 2023-24.
As a result of taking part, students not only met new people, but also felt a stronger connection to the university. They developed transferable skills, such as adaptability, understanding of different cultures, and managing new or unfamiliar situations. Furthermore, 87% are now more interested in future international experiences at DMU. Some of the key feedback highlights include:
Overall, 96% were satisfied with their experience
An overwhelming 93% would recommend our opportunities to their fellow students.
92% felt the opportunity improved their overall experience at DMU
87% felt the experience was good value for money
The value & impact of short-term mobility report
Throughout the 2020-21 academic year, we participated in a research project in cooperation with Universities UK International and other UK HEIs looking at the impact of short-term international experiences on undergraduate students. The project responded to the growth in the number of reported instances of short-term mobility in UK Higher Education, and the need to better understand the impact, value and barriers associated with such activity. You can read the report published in May 2021 by clicking the link below…
This report showcases the data gathered from DMU students and recent graduates captured via an online survey and focus groups.