The updated infrastructure and services of the new campus increase its desirability as a learning center because of the following enhancements to learning, connectivity and events.
1. Modern Smart Classrooms.
The campus's classrooms are now larger, air-conditioned and equipped with a smart board and projector and other digital technology that enhance lectures by making them more interactive. This has improved student engagement and helps them learn more easily and efficiently than was possible in previous, less engaging classroom settings.
2. High-Speed, Campus-Wide Wi-Fi.
The campus now has reliable, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the academic blocks, hostels, common areas and open spaces. This provides access to the internet for research and collaboration as well as for using cloud-based applications and technologies essential for digital learning in workshop and blended learning sessions.
3. Expanded Space for Events and Collaboration.
The new campus has a variety of spaces designed to accommodate larger events, including auditoriums, seminar and meeting rooms, concert halls, amphitheatres and flexible event zones capable of hosting industry conferences, cultural festivals, guest lecturers and TEDx-style presentations. These venues provide the same level of quality as the older venues did while providing more opportunities for greater participation.
4. Labs and Innovation Zones
The addition of labs dedicated to developing computer analytics and creativity, as well as new hands-on experience opportunities using actual software products, simulations, and live projects, enables faster development of student's theoretical knowledge into real-world applications compared with other facility labs of a similar calibre.
5. Enhanced Common and Recreational Areas
Landscaping and informal seating locations, in addition to fitness areas and student lounges provide an enhanced comfort factor for students while studying as well as in their downtime; ultimately leading to better interactions with classmates and assisting in building more cohesive study groups.
Should your decision be based on the quality of technology-enabled learning environment (in particular the availability of reliable internet access), upgraded venue spaces that provide students with real world experiences, and the enhanced ability to network with prospective future employers, then you must strongly favour moving to the new GIBS campus.