Exploring, Supporting and Promoting Learning for All

The Institute for Learning is a research-based centre for learning and teaching. It has a national and international reputation for excellence and a particular commitment to serving the educational needs of the local region.

The Institute for Learning consists of:

The Centre for Educational Studies (CES)

CES is committed to understanding and developing learning communities.  It is involved in teaching and research, centred on schools, reaching out to everyone involved in learning.  As well as initial teacher training, the CES provides a wide range of courses at all levels: some for new and experienced school teachers, some involving training and research in the wider community.

The Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL)

CLL has a University-wide role in promoting and co-ordinating part-time continuing education, as well as a remit to widen participation. It covers work-based learning and community learning taught at around 120 venues within the region.  Programmes range from short, 10 week courses to longer study routes leading to a degree.  The Centre’s work contributes significantly to the University’s Reach Out agenda.

A strong Research ethos underpins and supports much of the activity undertaken by the Institute for Learning.

The Institute for Learning Research Executive Board, chaired by the Director of Research, Professor Derek Colquhoun is charged with overseeing the development of research across the Institute. 

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Research Opportunities

Short courses for adults

Undergraduate courses

Postgradaute courses

Teacher Training - Primary (7 - 11 years)

Teacher Training - Secondary

Continuing Professional Development opportunities