Experts of Computer Science inspecting a laboratory
On the afternoon of November 9, 2017, the expert group inspected the Institute of Computer Science and Technology, and conducted in-depth exchanges with student and teacher representatives. On November 10, members of the group continued evaluating the Institute of Computer Science and Technology and the Center for Energy-efficient Computing and Applications. Guo Zongming and Cong Jingsheng introduced the two units respectively, and answered questions from the expert group.
The expert group inspecting the Institute of Computer Science and Technology
The expert group holding discussions with teachers
On the afternoon of November 10, the expert group provided preliminary feedback to the school leaders and relevant departments, and fully affirmed the achievements made by the three institutions. They also pointed out some problems in the units, and put forward suggestions.
Group photo
Lin Jianhua, on behalf of Peking University, expressed his gratitude for the work of the Committee of Experts. He said that the university will carefully study their suggestions and use the international peer review for important references. Lin Jianhua also briefed the group on the ongoing comprehensive reform of Peking University, hoping that the reform will continue to create a favorable environment for the development of relevant disciplines and effectively promote the "Double World-class" Development.
After completing the on-site assessment, the Committee will formally submit an International Peer Review Report to Peking University in one month.
Extended reading: Peking University International Peer Review
In order to evaluate PKU’s international status in science and engineering disciplines, analyze the advantages and disadvantages compared with world first-class universities, and promote the international competitiveness of disciplines, Peking University established the International Peer Review in 2013 seeking to invite internationally renowned experts and scholars to inspect the development of relevant disciplines.
From 2013 to 2015, led by the Graduate School of PKU, several schools had been evaluated, including the School of Urban and Environmental Sciences and the School of Life Sciences. Since 2017, the International Peer Review was led by the PKU Discipline Construction Office.
After the commencement of the international peer review, participating units would submit self-assessment reports to the expert group as required. During the on-site reviewing session, participating experts examine the overall development of the units by listening to reports, holding discussions with teachers, students and alumni, inspecting labs, and auditing courses. After the on-site review, the expert group will submit a comprehensive review report to the school. Within one year after receiving the report, the school leaders will lead the heads of major functional departments to examine feedback on the report and take key measures for implementing changes so as to promote the development of the unit.
In the future, the Discipline Construction Office plans to extend the pilot work to relevant units of the humanities, social sciences, and medical disciplines based on the experience of the International Peer Review and with consideration to discipline differences.
Edited by: Fu Wenyun, Karen Xu
Source: PKU News (Chinese)