This report explores the evolving landscape of higher education campuses, influenced by digital learning, automation, and diverse student needs.
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The research method involved analyzing trends, collaborating with higher education experts at Arup, and engaging with internal and external contributors. It also included developing future scenarios with students from MA Narrative Environments at Central Saint Martins, London.
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The higher education sector is experiencing significant changes due to social, technological, and economic trends, which are reshaping the way university students learn. Digital learning has expanded access to education globally, but the need for social interaction and community remains vital for fostering commitment, relationships, soft skills, confidence, and innovation. As student demographics diversify and demand for lifelong learning increases, campuses must adapt to provide flexible curricula and sustainable operations. This report examines these key trends and their implications for the design, operation, and experience of higher education spaces. It includes best practices from the education sector and lessons from commercial and urban environments, as well as three future scenarios developed with students from MA Narrative Environments at Central Saint Martins, London. These scenarios visualize future higher education spaces and services, highlighting the importance of user-centered design, lifecycle-driven flexibility, internal and external synergies, and automation for sustainable campus management.
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