What is interdisciplinarity?

In this podcast episode, Emily Shaw, undergraduate student studying Interdisciplinary Futures at the Edinburgh Futures Institute, takes us on a journey of understanding 'interdisciplinarity'. Emily brings together voices of students and experts in the field, including Dr David Overend and Dr Gill Robinson. They explore its definitions, implications and real-world applications. Timestamps: (0:42) - Introduction to 'interdisciplinary' (2:43) - Student perspective  (3:51) - Dr David Overend's opinion  - What is interdisciplinarity? (4:55) - Could interdisciplinary way of working be taught?  (6:12) - About the potential areas of conflict or tensions between disciplines (08:49) - Dr Gill Robinson's opinion - What is interdisciplinarity? (11:10) - How have you undisciplined yourself in terms of looking at other disciplines that you're not trained in specifically?  (13:59) - How might we bring people together for interdisciplinary collaboration? (23:05) - Reflection and conclusion

Om Podcasten

Teaching Matters Edinburgh, created by the University of Edinburgh, complements the University's Teaching Matters blog. We invite students and staff to engage in topical conversations, both debating and celebrating aspects of Higher Education.