Outdoor Research and Teaching Space

Outdoor Research and Teaching Space

The Outdoor Research and Teaching Space (ORTS) is a University facility that hosts open-air activities for research and teaching. Academic staff and students can design projects in various natural environments in the ORTS.

Those interested in nature-assisted teaching and learning may visit the ORTS on their own or contact us for a short introduction. The ORTS is situated next to the Emerging and Interdisciplinary Science Building (ES) on the South Campus of XJTLU’s base in Suzhou Industrial Park.

We are currently calling for projects. Users will be allocated a plot (up to several square metres) in the ORTS and can conduct their work during the time allocated for their project. A project is not limited to gardening or other environmental projects. The ORTS can also be used as an exhibition space or for teaching. The more creative a project is, the more likely it will be supported.

If you are interested in becoming a user of ORTS, please contact ORTS.HES@xjtlu.edu.cn