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Leading Edge Curriculum

A new universal curriculum framework for NCL

Enabling Policy for the LEC
Education Strategy SharePoint

NEW: A vision for education and skills at Newcastle University: Education for Life 2030+

Following Senate approval we are now implementing our co-created Leading Edge Curriculum (LEC).  We will be updating and adding to the guidance on this site as new resources become available.

Journey to the Leading Edge Curriculum

How we created our curriculum framework with students and colleagues

Programme Design Philosophy

A programme design philosophy is central, impacting all elements of the framework.

Teaching Approaches

Find out more about active learning and teaching approaches emphasised in LEC.

Assessment and Feedback

Guidance on designing assessment and giving effective feedback.

Capstone

In LEC programmes, Capstone modules provide a challenging and stretching finale for our students.

Education for Life Skills and Attributes

Our new and transformed programmes will foreground our Education for Life Skills and Attributes.

Encounters with the Leading Edge

Encounters with research, industry, practice and society will be designed and scaffolded through transformed programmes.

Cross-Cutting Curriculum Themes

Four lenses, Global, Digital, Social Justice and Sustainability, through which programmes can be enriched.

Global Opportunities and Placements

Our new and transformed programmes will be designed with optional placements and study years.

Equity

Equity of access, experience and outcomes is an essential aim of our Education Strategy. Explore resources that support equity in teaching and learning.

Workshops and Training

Events and learning opportunities to enhance your skills.

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