Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

  • Define the terms multi, inter, cross and transdisciplinary and explain how they differ
  • recognise the benefits of applying different subject approaches or views to different contexts
  • explain the skills gained from studying multi-subject qualifications to employers
  • describe ‘Wicked Problems’ and ‘Global Challenges’ and explain the importance of interdisciplinarity in finding solutions
  • identify potential career pathways from studying a multi-subject qualification.

OpenLearn - Multidisciplinary study: the value and benefits
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