Postgraduate Programme in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

Contemporary higher education institutions (HEIs) function within a swiftly evolving landscape and this transformation undeniably impacts their fundamental roles of educating and facilitating learning. The dynamics of teaching and learning at the tertiary level are shaped by global developments in terms of student demographics, expanding global interconnectedness and the ubiquitous transformations of digital media as well as a growing emphasis on a market-driven approach to higher education.

There has been a widespread call for educational institutions worldwide to enhance the quality of teaching at their universities. It is undeniable that concepts like quality assurance or assurance of learning, auditing and quality enhancement have become integral parts of both university administrators and educators. This shared goal is focused on elevating the quality of student learning outcomes through a systematic process involving data collection, analysis, and decision-making. One approach gaining increasing traction worldwide is peer review.

This programme has been designed and crafted as a practical, hands-on, job-oriented or work-based course centered on learning, teaching and assessment in higher education. Its purpose is to assist participants in enhancing their teaching practices to align with the current requirements and possibilities within higher education instruction and learning. This certification aims at facilitating the growth and advancement of experienced or inexperienced educators who are committed to develop or hone their teaching skills and expertise.