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Students as PartnersTransforming the Learning Dynamic in Nursing EducationStudents as Partners is a vibrant collaborative teaching strategy in higher education that empowers students and teachers to work side-by-side on teaching innovation projects and learning materials. Students bring fresh perspectives, helping identify curriculum gaps and sparking innovative learning approaches. Through this partnership, the School ensures interventions and materials are tailored to students%u2019 needs and interests.For example, nursing students involved in developing simulation-based learning modules can design scenarios reflecting real-world challenges, offering invaluable insights into what resonates most effectively with their peers. By engaging students in research or teaching innovation projects, we aim to ignite their passion for learning, motivating them to pursue advanced studies. These projects also foster strong professional networks through close mentoring relationships with faculty members.Ultimately, Students as Partners not only enriches the learning experience but also cultivates essential collaborative skills crucial for success in healthcare settings. It is a win-win strategy, empowering both students and teachers to shape the future of nursing education together.Peer TutorEnriching Understanding With Collaborative LearningPeer tutoring, a learning strategy in which students support other students, has gained popularity as an effective supplement to formal education. Following the success of near-peer teaching (NPT) at HKUMed, the School launched peer tutoring in 2023 with 13 students participating as peer tutors. Senior students who volunteer as tutors undergo training in fundamental teaching skills to provide academic and non-academic support to junior peer learners through systematically developed and delivered tutorial sessions. This strategy not only enhances the academic abilities of peer tutors but also helps them develop social and communication skills, boosting their confidence and fostering a sense of responsibility. Our students have recognised the scheme%u2019s benefits, with 42 students applying to be peer tutors this year. Currently, the Faculty has approved 10 courses for peer tutoring. This means peer tutors%u2019 teaching hours on these courses will count towards their Fellowship in the UK via the HKU Advance HE Fellowship scheme, adding value to their contributions.We have received excellent feedback from peer tutors and students involved, reinforcing peer tutoring%u2019s importance as a collaborative learning strategy in our educational framework while nurturing the next generation of nurse educators.19