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Title: Global Competence through Practice: A Study on International Academic and Work-Based Learning in Engineering Students
Language: English
Authors: Yashiro Danahi Cisneros-Reyes (ORCID 0000-0002-1232-7647), Horacio Rostro-González, Takaomi Kobayashi
Source: Higher Education, Skills and Work-based Learning. 2026 16(1):51-68.
Availability: Emerald Publishing Limited. Howard House, Wagon Lane, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1WA, UK. Tel: +44-1274-777700; Fax: +44-1274-785201; e-mail: emerald@emeraldinsight.com; Web site: http://www.emerald.com/insight
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 18
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Work Based Learning, Global Approach, Competence, Citizenship, Foreign Countries, Intercollegiate Cooperation, Higher Education, Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students, College Graduates, Student Mobility, International Programs, Individual Development, Professional Development, Student Attitudes, Skill Development
Geographic Terms: Mexico, Japan, Canada, United States
DOI: 10.1108/HESWBL-05-2025-0196
ISSN: 2042-3896
Abstract: Purpose: This study examines how international experiences, both academic and work-based, contribute to the development of global citizenship in engineering students, hypothesizing that each plays a distinct yet complementary role in fostering professional and personal growth. Design/methodology/approach: A structured questionnaire was administered to a sample of Mexican engineering students participating in the GIGAKU Global Project -- an international program blending academic learning with work-based experiences. The data were analyzed using SPSS to assess the impact on key competence areas. Findings: Results indicate that students experienced the greatest development in non-technical skills, followed by attitudinal and technical competencies. Notably, enhanced areas included research skills, learning to learn, collaboration, analytical thinking, global awareness, social responsibility and personal engagement. Research limitations/implications: The study's findings are constrained by a small sample limited to Mexican engineering students, which may affect generalizability. Emphasizing European and global frameworks may also limit applicability to other contexts. Broader, comparative studies are recommended. Practical implications: The findings offer practical guidance for embedding global competence and sustainability in engineering curricula, informing course design, accreditation and institutional policy. Social implications: This research promotes the formation of socially responsible engineers capable of addressing global challenges through inclusive, ethical and sustainable solutions. Originality/value: This study presents an original synthesis of global citizenship education (GCE) within engineering by integrating sustainability goals, work-based learning and competency frameworks. It connects conceptual models with applied practices, offering fresh insights into developing globally competent engineers.
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Entry Date: 2026
Accession Number: EJ1501244
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