Obtain a Qualification in University Teaching 2011 30.03.11

“All higher education institutions must ensure that all teaching staff are both qualified and competent in teaching and learning, and should support ongoing development and improvement of their skills.”  The National Education Strategy to 2030 (Hunt Report)  (see page 62 for a summary of Teaching & Learning recommendations). 

UCD’s Strategic Plan to 2014, Forming Global Minds, identifies a similar priority action....”Devise effective approaches to support the academic development of staff and to ensure all newly appointed staff receive appropriate training and professional development in university teaching.” (page 17, 4.4.7).

Obtaining a qualification in university teaching will help academics to develop teaching skills and build on their experience.  Seeing the resulting change in students can prove an enriching and rewarding experience.  Read the testimonials of UCD colleagues who have already completed the programme to find out more.  

Finding time for ongoing development poses an increasing challenge for academics. In recognition, the University Teaching & Learning programmes are designed to be highly relevant to academic practice, with a significant proportion of the required student activity taking place within the normal teaching duties of the participants.

Applications for admission to UCD University Teaching & Learning programmes commencing in September 2011 may now be submitted.  Applicants should apply initially for the Graduate Diploma in UTL subsequent early exit with the Graduate Certificate or special Purpose Award is permitted.  See the prospectus for more information.  An information session will be held from 1-2pm on Wednesday 4^th May, bring your lunch, tea and coffee will be provided.  See the Teaching & Learning calendar for details including the venue.

UCD Staff who have completed a minimum of 3 years employment with UCD may be eligible for fee support under the Staff Fee Concessions Policy, provided they fulfil the criteria set out in the policy.  UCD Teaching and Learning is delighted to be able to cover the cost of one 7.5 credit module for ten recently-appointed academics, (with less than 3 years UCD employment completed) through the HEA Training of Trainers fund.  If you are interested in applying for one of the funded places as part of the Graduate Diploma UTL, please indicate this in the online application form for the programme.  Funded places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis in cases where the application requirements have been fulfilled. All applicants should discuss their participation in any of the awards with their head of school/unit.