The purpose of the academic development team is to inspire and develop university educators to enhance their practice.

  • We provide advice, support, and professional development opportunities.​
  • We recognise and celebrate learning and teaching enhancement and innovation, across disciplines, contexts, and expertise. ​
  • We connect teachers, supervisors, and those who support learning with educational scholarship and each other. ​
  • We advocate for good teaching and seek to create a culture of open dialogue within brave and safe spaces in higher education.
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Professional development programmes

Information for University of Edinburgh staff about the Introduction to Academic Practice (IntroAP), Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PgCAP), and Edinburgh Teaching Award (EdTA).

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Online courses, networks, workshops & events

Learn more about our workshops and events, suite of online short courses, and networks, including the University’s Learning and Teaching Conference.

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Curriculum, teaching and assessment

Resources on programme and course design, enhancing teaching, assessment and feedback, and information about Principal’s Teaching Award Scheme funding. 

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PGR supervision

Information and resources for PhD supervisors who supervise University of Edinburgh students.

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Teaching Matters blog

Read or contribute to the University of Edinburgh’s Teaching Matters blog. 

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About us

Contact us and find out more information about the Academic Development Team. 

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