Claire Bradshaw The Graduate Outcomes Survey is sometimes experienced as a statutory requirement or a reporting deadline, but for course teams it is far more than a compliance exercise. Capturing what our graduates are doing 15 months after completion, and how effectively they feel their studies prepared them for life beyond university, gives us one of the … Read more
“LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Education in Times of Anti-Gender Backlashes and Anti-DEI Policies.” Our latest Education Café session featured a powerful and timely talk by Francesca, titled:“LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Education in Times of Anti-Gender Backlashes and Anti-DEI Policies.” Francesca spoke candidly about her lived experience, offering a deeply personal lens on the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in … Read more
Ayesha Dar BA (Hons) Education, London Metropolitan University Amina sat at the back of her Advanced Literary Theory class, nervously going over her thoughts. The group was deep into a discussion about One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez, a book she knew well in its original Spanish. Finally, she built up the … Read more
PGCE Student Research Conference 2025 Earlier this summer, we had the privilege of hosting the PGCE Student Research Conference 2025 at London Metropolitan University—and the feedback has been nothing short of inspiring. Alison Kriel our guest speaker, who missed the first day of the Festival of Education to join us, described the experience as “absolutely worth it.” She was … Read more
As the academic year drew to a close, the Education Subject Area at London Metropolitan University came together to mark a significant milestone—the end of the PGCE programmes for our Primary and Secondary trainee teachers. This final gathering was more than just a celebration; it was a heartfelt farewell, a moment of reflection, and a … Read more
On 3rd July, London Metropolitan University proudly hosted its annual PGCE Student Research Conference, a vibrant and inspiring event that brought together trainee teachers from across our Primary and Secondary PGCE pathways. The conference provided a platform for students to present the research projects they developed during their school placements—projects that reflect their growing expertise, curiosity, and … Read more
For students studying PGCE teacher training programmes, MA Education, BA Education or BA Primary Education in the UK, the summer months between academic years—or the period after completing a final year while awaiting results—are more than just a break. They represent a valuable opportunity for personal development, practical preparation, and future career planning. Whether you’re … Read more
We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to all students on the Foundation year programmes, BA Education BA Primary MA Education MA Education [Early Childhood] and all our Teacher Training PGCE programmes on receiving your results. Reaching the end of the academic year is a significant achievement, and your success is a testament to your … Read more
Welcome to new staff and new roles in the Education Subject Area for 23-24 In the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Education courses team, we welcome Dr Ambreen Shahriar. She comes to us from Northampton University and will teach the first and final years of BA Education this year and also on the MA Education programme. Ambreen … Read more
Compared to the sector The Education subject area comprising of BA Education and BA Primary Education has had its best-ever NSS survey results. We had an amazing number of responses and very positive comments from our recent graduates. Here are some of the highlights of the results: Overall satisfaction 94.7% of BA Education and 83.3% … Read more