Spotlight: Swansea University Schools’ Partnership

Swansea University Schools’ Partnership (SUSP) has positioned educational research and professional enquiry at the heart of its PGCE programmes. To drive its vision of nurturing reflective, research-informed practitioners, SUSP established the Centre for Research into Practice (CRIP), which supports accessible, collaborative projects with schools and stakeholders. Students explore research systematically using tailored materials and clinical-practice style assignments, while programme design encourages hands-on investigations and theory-based learning. Investment in staffing, infrastructure and CPD ensures a thriving research culture supported by initiatives such as observation classrooms, speed dating with faculty researchers, and regular seminars. All staff in the department actively conduct research, and student teachers benefit from real-world research opportunities in varied educational settings. Projects like the Young Educational Researchers Network (YERN) extend impact into schools and communities, while alumni reflect positively on the value of research to their early careers.

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