The Cyclical Development of BIM Authoring Tools and Workflow Methodologies into The Multi-Varsity Curricula of Architectural, Engineering and Construction Programmes

Abstract: This paper explores how the Trivarsity initiative addresses misalignment between AEC education and industry needs and its tangible results in showing the benefits and advantages for both staff and students of incorporating an interdisciplinary, multi-varsity curricular development into their European AEC programmes. Running annually since 2014, the collaborative BIM project has been an action research vehicle for an inter-varsity, interdisciplinary, collaborative design workshop, applying current and nascent digital tools and technologies. The constant re-alignment of AEC sector education to new, effective ways of working may ensure future proofing of educational provision.