Our Role | Institute for Higher Education Research and Development

Interact. Innovate. Impact.

The establishment of the Institute for Higher Education Research and Development (IHERD) marks a turning point for PolyU and the future of higher education. IHERD serves as the central hub for the education transformation at PolyU.

We are a young and vibrant research and development ecosystem that positions PolyU as a leading education innovator on the world stage, and supports the University’s transformation into a future-ready institution.

IHERD comprises three teams that form a unique synergy that drives educational transformation, from digital adoption and AI-powered innovation to cutting-edge education research.

IHERD

DTD

Digital Transformation Division

We lead and oversee the Digital Transformation (DT) initiatives within the University, ensuring cohesive implementation of PolyU E4.0, from strategy, execution, to stakeholders’ collaboration.

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EDC

Educational Development Centre

We advance faculty development and support quality education by providing training in AI and digital literacy/skills, and by conducting surveys and data analysis.

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ERC

Educational Research Centre

We pioneer education research, frontier technologies and tools, pedagogical innovation and curriculum reform, AI policy, and academic integrity.

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