Australasian Deans of Built Environment and Design
The Australasian Deans of Built Environment and Design (ADBED) is the peak body in the tertiary education sector spanning across the design and built environment disciplines. Its membership consists of the Deans, or their equivalents, from universities across Australia, New Zealand, and the Asia-Pacific region with a school, department, or faculty in these disciplines. As both a representative and an advocacy body, ADBED advances universities' role in shaping the built environment through leadership in research, education, engagement, and professional practice.
ADBED VISION & CHARTER
During ADBED 2025 AGM which took place at the University of South Australia (now Adelaide University) with a keynote presentation by Professor Rufus Black, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Tasmania, our members explored vital topics shaping the future of the Built Environment. and Design disciplines, namely Reaching net zero, Health and wellbeing/ Housing and affordability, Artificial Intelligence in education and practice & Respectful engagement with Country. The outcome is a renewed vision and charter for ADBED.
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Research leans on climate insights from Brisbane built environment experts
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