Academic Practice (PGCAP)

The University of Liverpool Online Academic Practice (PGCAP) program offers three qualification levels (MA, PGDAP, PGCAP) designed for education professionals seeking to enhance their teaching careers in higher education. The program provides global pedagogical perspectives, teaching methods, and academic leadership skills through flexible online study.

The Academic Practice (PGCAP) program at the University of Liverpool Online is tailored for professionals working in or aspiring to work in higher education. Available as a Master of Arts (MA), Postgraduate Diploma (PGDAP), or Postgraduate Certificate (PGCAP), this part-time online program delivers comprehensive training in teaching methods, academic leadership, and educational scholarship. The PGCAP offers two pathways: a standard route for those new to higher education teaching, and an FHEA pathway for experienced educators seeking Fellowship recognition. Students engage with international peers through innovative online learning platforms, developing both theoretical understanding and practical skills in contemporary teaching approaches. The program is aligned with the Professional Standards Framework and delivered by experienced faculty from the University's Academy for Academic Development.

Career

Graduates of the Academic Practice program are prepared for advanced roles in higher education, including senior lecturer positions, academic leadership roles, and educational development careers. The qualification enhances prospects for career progression in universities worldwide and provides recognition through potential Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) status.

Courses include:

• Contemporary Approaches to Teaching in a Global HE Context

• Designing Learning and Assessment in a Global HE Context

• Enhancing Academic Practice in a Global HE Context

• Developing Your Career in a Global HE Context

• Pedagogic Research Design