Course Modules

This module introduces the relevant curriculum documentation and its interdependence, with a study of the development of children as speakers, listeners, readers and writers across the foundation and primary age range. It will familiarise you with using the documents to […]

This module provides you with the knowledge understanding and skills to use ICT effectively within your teaching. You will learn and understand the specific contribution that ICT can make to pupils learning, when it is beneficial to achieve teaching objectives

This module develops your critical understanding of and enthusiasm for the primary curriculum via the introduction of the foundation subjects. For each of the foundation subjects, you will learn about their distinctiveness, associated pedagogies as well as addressing relevant subject

This module has been designed for those of you who wish to gain accreditation and specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum. Through critical debate, theory and research, the module aims to explore current

This module explores current understanding about teaching pupils and adults on the autism spectrum across the age range (0-25 years), and evaluates approaches to teaching and learning that promote inclusive practice. The module will encourage you to develop your knowledge

This module is designed to support those who are working on programmes or professional learning activities geared to promoting awareness of mental health in schools. Topics include a review of relevant policy documents and guidance; indicators of mental ill-health disorders;

This module supports you to become an agent of change within your workplace. You will consider theoretical frameworks that have a clear focus on the place of practitioner research as a tool for improving practice.

This module offers you the opportunity to explore the research and evidence base surrounding mindsets to foster a growth mindset culture within your classroom, work environment or school. Indicative module content includes a critical interrogation of theoretical and empirical research;

This module supports you to become an agent of change within your workplace. You will consider theoretical frameworks that have a clear focus on the place of practitioner research as a tool for improving practice.

This module explores the relationship between faith and reason. When are beliefs justified? Are some beliefs beyond rational explanation? Why do people hold such beliefs? What cultural assumptions inform the way that we think about belief, reason and God?