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Academic Practice MA AP | PGDAP | PGCAP – Online Course

Develop your academic practice and gain global perspectives on higher education with this professional postgraduate teaching qualification designed to enhance your career in higher education. 

What is academic practice?

Academic practice is the term used to define any work that uncovers, researches, and teaches information, knowledge and learning materials. Academic practitioners include researchers, higher education and university lecturers, professors, teachers, analysts, librarians, and academic laboratory technicians – their contributions go toward providing students in higher education with a better standard of knowledge within their field. 

The University of Liverpool’s online Master of Arts in Academic Practice is a qualification for those who wish to enhance their academic practice and develop their higher education teaching career, providing students with invaluable teaching methods and techniques, informed by global pedagogical viewpoints.

Our online academic practice programme benefits students from diverse backgrounds by providing those with or without prior experience teaching in higher education (HE) an opportunity to develop their academic practice, academic leadership, and scholarship-related knowledge and skills to enhance their careers and support students’ learning. 

There are three study awards for the programme – starting with the Postgraduate Certificate Academic Practice (PGCAP) and progressing to the Postgraduate Diploma Academic Practice (PGDAP) and full Master of Arts Academic Practice (MA AP).  

The online PGCAP programme has two pathways depending on a student’s background. For those who do not hold a substantive teaching position in higher education, our first pathway is a route to gaining a PGCAP that will provide an excellent grounding in the theory and practice of teaching and supporting learning in higher education in a global context. 

For those students who do hold a substantive teaching position which would enable them to demonstrate Descriptor Level 2 of the Professional Standards Framework (PSF 2023), our second pathway enables you to earn a PGCAP and simultaneously gain recognition as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) through our unique partnership with Advance HE , the UK’s foremost agency for driving excellence and developing leadership in higher education. 

The Postgraduate Diploma Academic Practice builds on learning from both pathways of the PGCAP to further develop academic leadership, scholarship, and pedagogic research in preparation for progression to the MA AP which gives participants the opportunity to complete a supervised academic practice project. 

Active learning plays a fundamental part in the programme structure on all awards. You will have opportunities to demonstrate your understanding of educational concepts and barriers to learning and your ability to apply pedagogical theory from varied global perspectives to the classroom. Furthermore, you will be encouraged to utilise international educational frameworks to design lessons, set assignments and design learning outcomes that can be applied to your own context or to a global teaching space. 

The online interaction with international peers and those working within higher education will also provide you with opportunities to give and receive feedback relevant to academic practice and develop your knowledge from peers who may have different experiences across a variety of educational contexts. By the end of your studies, you will be prepared to take your practice to the next level within the ever-changing higher education sector. 

Download a prospectus for more details on this programme including module information. 

This programme consists of the following modules. Participants are required to complete 60 credits to achieve the PGCAP (both pathways), 120 credits to achieve the PGDAP and 180 credits to complete the MA AP.     

Under all pathways, students will be encouraged to contribute to learning, providing case studies and perspectives from their local contexts. This will create a strong global and active learning experience and a global network of contacts.   

PGCAP Award  

Students without relevant experience teaching in higher education will complete all modules, including one optional module, in PGCAP Pathway One (Standard Pathway). Applicants with relevant experience currently teaching in higher education will complete all modules in Pathway Two (FHEA Pathway) and be required to demonstrate Descriptor 2 of the Professional Standards Framework (PSF 2023) to achieve PGCAP and FHEA. 

PGDAP and MA AP Awards  

Students on both pathways progress to the same modules for the PGDAP and MA AP. Students who progress to the final award, the MA AP, will engage in an Academic Practice Project relevant to their higher education careers and develop their scholarship of learning and teaching. 

For more information on the modules, including syllabus and learning outcomes, please  download our programme booklet . 

All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you want to discuss your previous qualifications and experience before applying, please contact us now via LiveChat.  

For both PGCAP pathways, applicants must have:  

• A degree equivalent to an upper-second class UK bachelor’s degree or equivalent. 

For pathway two leading to Fellowship (FHEA), applicants must also: 

• Hold a teaching position in a higher education institution with sufficient depth and breadth of practice with learners that enables them to demonstrate all Dimensions of the Professional Standards Framework (PSF 2023).

If you are unsure about which pathway is best suited to you, please contact our admissions team to discuss the options open to you. 

All applicants from outside the UK must provide evidence that they have an English language ability equivalent to an IELTS (academic) score of 6.5 (with all parts of the score being above a minimum of 6) 

If you don’t have an IELTS or equivalent certificate, you can take our free online English test to assess your proficiency. You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries .

Fees for the academic year 2023/24

MA: £16,065 PGDAP: £10,710 PGCAP: £5,355 

Fees for the academic year 2024/25

MA: £16,868 PGDAP: £11,246 PGCAP: £5,623

This fee* is fully inclusive of all costs, including all teaching materials, core textbooks, assessments and resits.   

Scholarships and discounts

You may be able to benefit from the following scholarships and discounts:

• Regional Scholarships of up to 20%. To find out the scholarship offered in your region, please make an enquiry now . 
• 10% UK Scholarship for students residing in the United Kingdom for the full master’s award for the 2023/24 academic year. 
• 10% discount for University of Liverpool alumni.
• 5% discount for up-front full tuition fee payment. 

Further support

We aim to make it as easy as possible for you to cover the costs of your studies. You could benefit from:

• Simple monthly payment plan provided to spread the cost over the duration of study 
• Students living in England may be eligible for a postgraduate loan to cover some of the programme cost. 

Please speak to our admissions team for more details of fees, scholarships, discounts and support.

*All tuition fees shown are net of any applicable sales tax payable by you in your country of residence. Where we are required to add sales tax at the local statutory rate, this will be added to the tuition fees shown and confirmed.

Apply for this course by completing a simple online form .

In order to apply, you will need to provide copies of the following supporting documentation:

• University transcripts and certified translations if applicable
• Degree certificates
• Evidence of English language proficiency (EU and international applications only)
• Personal statement
• An up-to-date CV

Acknowledgement of your application

The admissions team will acknowledge receipt of your application and will pass it to the Department Head and/or appropriate academic department(s) for consideration.

Students with disabilities

We welcome applications from students with disabilities and consider them on the same academic grounds as those of other students. If you have a disability, medical condition and/or support needs it is important that you inform the University so that you receive appropriate support.

We have regular start dates throughout the year with regular application deadlines. Applicants are encouraged to apply in good time, particularly if they have special needs.

The PGCAP programme design is aligned to the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF).  Participants who meet the admission requirement of holding a substantive higher education role that enables them to demonstrate Descriptor 2 of the PSF 2023 are eligible to take Pathway Two of the PGCAP which enables them to simultaneously gain a postgraduate certificate and professional recognition as Fellows of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) 

The PGDAP enables participants to develop knowledge and skills relevant to academic leadership and scholarship. Participants with relevant experience leading teaching and supporting learning in higher education will be able to draw on their learning from the Postgraduate Diploma Academic Practice in direct applications to Advance HE for Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. 

The MA AP enables participants to develop employability skills to enhance their teaching careers in higher education in the UK and around the world.  The authentic assessments throughout the programme are relevant to higher education and will enable participants to develop their academic practice, leadership and scholarship.   

Alongside the subject-specific knowledge gained, you will also develop professional skills such as communication, digital literacy, teaching and research, which could improve your career prospects and open access to new opportunities. 

Academic Development is part of The Leadership, Organisational, Professional & Academic Development Academy (The Academy) at the University of Liverpool. The Academy supports higher education professionals to develop their academic practice in relation to teaching and learning, as well as enhance their skills in research, leadership and management within the sector. 

By studying online with Liverpool, you can gain a highly regarded qualification from a prestigious redbrick university and a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 research-led UK universities committed to maintaining the highest possible standards of research and education. You will acquire new skills and knowledge, all while continuing to work in your current role.  

The University of Liverpool has been offering online programmes since 2000. We are recognised as one of Europe’s leading providers of wholly online postgraduate degrees. All our programmes are designed for online delivery, and our state-of-the-art learning platform encourages collaboration with fellow professionals from around the world.

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In these two student testimonials, Assoc. Prof. Mark Oliver S. Llangco from the University of the Philippines Los Baños and Asst. Prof. Kathleen M. Morales from Xavier University talk about their experiences on the online PGCAP programme taken as part of the Transformative Academic Practice for Higher Education in the Philippines (TAPHEP) project.   

The TAPHEP Project was launched in 2021 and aims to support related capacity building of the University of the Philippines Los Baños , and other selected higher education institutions in the country, via postgraduate education and certification from the University of Liverpool and Advance HE.  

Assoc. Prof. Mark Oliver S. Llangco – the University of the Philippines

Asst. Prof. Kathleen M. Morales – Xavier University

More student testimonials from the TAPHEP project are available to watch on our group testimonials webpage.

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The Doctor of Education - Higher Education (EdD) offered by the University of Liverpool offered fully online helps future visionary leaders develop and introduce innovative change to higher education worldwide. Students will benefit from a holistic approach that will help them advance their analytical skills and become effective leaders. You will learn how to best motivate and have an impact on others, how to stimulate collaborative learning and support practitioner reseach.

This online Higher Education Doctorate encourages a deep understanding of the role universities play as learning institutions, from a global perspective, allowing you to apply research-based knowledge and critical thinking in practical contexts around the world. Examine the current trends shaping higher education environments globally, with a special attention given to universities and other higher education institutions.

Develop confidence in the field by gaining in depth information about policy and academic literature and become capable of creating exceptional practical, research-informed knowledge. Benefit from a rewarding learning experience without having to sacrifice your present career in a programme delivered 100% online.

Modules offered by the Doctor of Higher Education include Leadership, Policy and Institutional Change, Action Research for Educational Leadership and Internationalisation and the Impact of Global Trends. In addition to the core modules, students are expected to write a Doctoral Development Plan (DDP) reflecting on their development as doctoral practitioners and researchers.

Why choose this online Doctor of Education programme?

• Global curriculum using research, case studies and best practice from international sources.
• The programme’s encourages you to develop doctoral-level critical thinking skills.
• Collaborative, research-led learning while working with other students to enhance your learning.
• The programme is taught by highly respected international professionals with a wide practical experience.
• Personalised support programme will help to keep you inspired, motivated and on track throughout your studies.
• One-on-one doctoral mentoring and weekly feedback.

Career options

Our EdD graduates can expect to develop successful careers in roles such as:

• Campus manager
• Director of learning innovation
• Head of research office
• Faculty manager
• Vice president

Preparatory Modules

• Student Readiness Orientation

Core Modules

• Doctoral Development Plan
• Becoming a Doctoral Practitioner
• Learners and Learning
• Learning: Environments, Infrastructures and Organisations
• Ways of Knowing: Perspectives on Educational Research and Practice
• Values in Educational Research and Practice
• Leadership, Policy and Institutional Change
• Educational Research Methods
• Action Research for Educational Leadership
• Internationalisation and the Impact of Global Trends

Doctoral Development Plan (DDP)

Alongside the core modules, students each write a Doctoral Development Plan (DDP) reflecting on their development as doctoral practitioners and researchers. The DDP helps students create doctoral-level professional knowledge and develop the critical thinking skills needed for leading businesses and organisations in the midst of ambiguity.

Students complete their qualification with an original thesis based on a critical project undertaken in their organisation. Unlike a thesis for PhD research, this thesis is designed to produce new, actionable knowledge for immediate use.

The online EdD programme is aimed at senior education professionals looking to take their careers to the next level, while continuing to work.

Requirements

Both educational qualifications and work experience are taken into consideration when you apply to the University.

In general, you will be expected to have the following:

• A masters degree within a Social Science discipline from a recognised institution comparable and/or equivalent to a British masters degree
• A minimum of two years’ relevant working experience
• If you do not have a masters degree, you may still be eligible based on your professional experience and qualifications. We evaluate these applications on a case-by-case basis.

English Language Requirements

IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa.

The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

Work Experience

At least 2 year(s) of work experience is required.

A minimum of two years of relevant work experience, including at least some responsibility for coordinating or managing the activity of colleagues. Students must have ongoing scope to interact with other Higher Education professionals, and to conduct investigative exercises in an educational setting in order to complete assessment tasks on the programme.

Technological Requirements

University of Liverpool Online is committed to helping you achieve your educational goals. We understand that you may need additional funding to earn your degree.

The resources below show some of the alternative financial assistance opportunities available for students. Many of these sources can help pay for tuition while you are enrolled in your program or assist you with loan repayment after graduation. If you are interested in these resources, contact the financial assistance grantor directly for information.

• Federal Student Aid: Free Application for Federal Student Aid
• Bank Loan: Citibank Student Loan Corporation
• Bank Loan: Wells Fargo Student Loans
• Each bursary is worth £500 and they are open to students from anywhere in the world: How to apply for a Postgrad Solutions Study Bursary
• General overview of the types of international education loans available, and who can apply for each.
• Loan programs are for international students from anywhere in the world studying in the United States, or for US students studying abroad: International Education Financial Aid (IEFA)
• Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships offer the opportunity to study for a UK Master's degree while living and working in your home country: Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP)
• Study Loan South Africa: National Student Financial Aid Scheme of South Africa
• United States Department of Veteran Affairs: Tuition Assistance and Scholarships for Military Veterans
• The expert guide shows you how to get the most from your military education benefits.
• The trust aims primarily to help first degree students. Students must be younger than 35 when the course starts. Eligible foreign students studying in Britain can also apply. Postgraduates may also receive support. Distance learning, correspondence, part-time and short-term courses may be considered according to circumstances, in particular Open University engineering courses.

Accreditation

All UK universities are regulated and monitored by a government body, the QAA. Some of the older, well-established UK Universities have been awarded a Royal Charter. The Royal Charter was granted to the University of Liverpool in 1903; it is a sign of proven academic quality and allows the University to independently award Bachelors, Masters, and to doctorate degrees.

The University of Liverpool is also funded by the Government (Department of Education and Science) via the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE). HEFCE established the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) to oversee the quality of degrees in HEFCE-funded universities.

The US and Canada are happy to accept the standard of degrees awarded by universities in the UK as equivalent to their own corresponding degrees.

The degrees offered via the Internet through Laureate Online Education are fully recognised Master's degree programmes of the University of Liverpool with exactly the same status and standing as other Masters level degrees of the University.

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PhD in Education

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About this course

Excellent research opportunities await at the School of Education, enabling you to work at the forefront of developments with leading experts.

• Study full or part-time over one to seven years
• Complete your research degree (MPhil/PhD) in a Faculty known for its internationally-acclaimed research
• Explore scholarship opportunities
• Benefit from expert supervision and researcher training
• Enjoy excellent facilities and great employment connections

On joining LJMU you will be allocated up to three supervisors (including a Director of Studies) who will work with you during your studies. Progression monitoring is undertaken formally and informally by this team on an ongoing basis.

Each year, each Faculty provides the University Research Degrees Committee with a summative report on the progress of all its eligible postgraduate research students.

Throughout your studies, you will also have the support of LJMU’s Graduate School which offers expert advice and guidance to those enrolled on MPhil and PhD programmes.

How learning is monitored on your programme

To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme. Assessment techniques vary from module to module to reflect relevant assessment approaches and the key learning points of each topic.

Final examination for both the MPhil and the PhD is by thesis and oral examination.

The MPhil differs from the PhD in terms of the depth of study required and the extent of your personal contribution to knowledge. It requires competence in conducting an independent enquiry as well as in the use of appropriate research methods and techniques. Examiners will expect you to display satisfactory background knowledge of the subject.

To gain a PhD you are expected to show mastery of a special field and to have made an original personal contribution to the understanding of a problem, the advancement of knowledge, or the generation of new ideas. Examiners will expect you to be at the forefront of understanding in your chosen topic.

If you are studying for an MPhil you may be able to progress to a PhD, via written and oral assessments in Year 2 (for full-time students) or Year 3 (for part-time students).

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Please note Applicants interested in any of the opportunities shown below should request further information, or to apply by using the contact details shown in the individual projects. You should not apply via the University Online Application Form.

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The PhD in Education is provided by the Academy of Future Education (AoFE) at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. The programme will facilitate your research in educational studies and help you make a contribution to knowledge in education.

PhD students at AoFE will work with an experienced supervisory research team to explore a wide range of topics, including educational management and administration, child development and education, technologies in education, teaching and learning innovation, and pedagogies.

Pursuing a full-time PhD typically involves three years of conducting research and one year of writing a thesis, supported by subject-specific and general skills training and development. A full-time PhD student must submit their thesis within four years (or six years for part-time PhD students).

Why should I do my PhD in Education at XJTLU?

Key benefits of this phd programme:.

• The PhD degree is awarded by the University of Liverpool in the UK. The degree is recognised by the UK Department of Education as well as China’s Ministry of Education;
• As a registered full-time PhD student, you have the opportunity to apply for a research visit to the University of Liverpool for up to six months. Your accommodation and travel costs will be covered by XJTLU and the University of Liverpool;
• The programme enrols both full-time and part-time students;
• Every PhD student will be supervised by a team of experts, with at least one supervisor from XJTLU and one supervisor from the University of Liverpool;
• All PhD students studying at XJTLU are eligible to apply for Teaching Assistant positions to enhance their teaching skills and academic capacities; and
• XJTLU has an internationalised campus and English-medium instruction.

Research areas

• Life-long education and professional development
• Child development and family education
• Student-centered education and educational experiences
• Managing and leading change toward future education
• Technology-driven education innovation
• Cooperative and work-integrated education

Applicants can have a discussion with their PhD supervisors to specify their research interests and decide on their topics.

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Each academic year includes two application rounds for PhD candidates’ proposed projects.

The scholarship application is only open to the those applying for a full-time doctoral programme. For more information, please visit  Postgraduate Research Scholarships page.

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The Graduate Market in 2024 report surveys 100 of the UK’s largest graduate employers, gaining their views on the graduate labour market, recruitment activity, and industry trends.

This year, Liverpool ranked 20th out of more than 140 universities in the UK when graduate employers were asked which campuses they regularly engaged with to recruit.

The annual report by High Fliers surveys 100 firms that are featured in the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers guide, which includes companies such as Accenture, Apple, the BBC, Goldman Sachs, Google, IBM, Teach First, NHS, Tesco, Unilever and the UK Civil Service.

This research, conducted during January 2024, provides an assessment of graduate recruitment in 2023 and looks ahead to how many vacancies are available for new graduates in 2024.  It also analyses the latest starting salaries on offer to new graduates, reviews the promotions employers have been using to publicise their vacancies during the 2023-2024 recruitment season, and the number of job applications employers have received so far.

Read the Graduate Market in 2024 report here , and don’t forget, you can pick up your free copy of The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers guide from the Career Studio.

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MA in Leadership in Education

Educational aims of the programme

-Expand critical understanding in the area of Leadership in Education through learning based on critical engagement with current education theory, research, policy and practice - Develop critical educational practice through analysis of reflection on and engagement with this knowledge and understanding in their professional settings - Develop professionally and personally through learning programmes at Masters level - Conduct original research in their educational setting around an aspect of leadership in education - To provide opportunity for students to achieve their full academic potential at level 7 through study, encouraging self motivation, self awareness and application of initiative. - To develop students with leadership acumen for current and future educational contexts.

Learning Outcomes - Master of Arts A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired the following subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes.

A student who is eligible for this award will be able to: 1. Critically evaluate the existing theory and evidence base associated with leadership in education. 2. Critically examine research methodologies relevant to the study of leadership in education. 3. Synthesize current and original concepts for the creation and interpretation of knowledge in relation to leadership in education. 4. Apply relevant knowledge of leadership and management to a range of complex educational situations. 5. Critically assess current practice relating to leadership in education. 6. Evaluate the rigour and validity of published research within different educational contexts. 7. Apply appropriate research methodologies and data collection processes to inform the critical analysis of and reflection on practice. 8. Critical reflection on value systems and conceptual assumptions. 9. The preparation of a research project based on a study in appropriate depth of a topic related to leadership in education. 10. Gather, present, interpret and analyse quantitate and /or qualitative data in appropriate from for research project purposes, related to the field of leadership in education.

INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR:

Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each programme throughout the year 15/01, 19/02/, 18/03,15/4, 20/5, 17/6,15/7, 19/8, 16/9, 14/10, 18/11 and 16/12.

*Start dates for university programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding programme commencement dates.

Duration: 2 - 5 years

Study mode: Online learning

Financing: Scholarships Available

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Entry requirements.

The entry requirements for admission are:

• An accredited UK Honours degree with minimum 2.2 classification or international equivalent. Some professional qualifications may also be acceptable. Extensive professional experience may also be considered in exceptional cases.
• Official transcripts from all universities, colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended.
• English Proficiency: IELTS (Academic) with an overall score of at least 6.0 (and no individual component lower than 5.5) or equivalent English language qualifications. Students who do not hold the above English language qualifications are required to take the online Academic English Placement Test. This is an IELTS-type test (Reading & Writing) where an overall score of 6.0 (with no individual component lower than 5.5) is required.
• Personal Statement (minimum 500 words) explaining how the programme of study will benefit the student’s career progression.
• Up to date CV
• Two references (academic or professional) listed on CV stating referee’s full name, contact details, and relationship to the applicant.

Applications from non-standard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.

* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.

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A UNC School of Social Work delegation saw how their research helped a nonprofit create jobs in rural areas.

A small delegation from the UNC School of Social Work visited the growing rural town of Solwezi (population 90,000) in the North-Western Province of Zambia in March. They came to learn about the impact of local women’s savings and credit groups and their financial literacy training.

The trip was coordinated by Gina Chowa and Rain Masa from the school’s center for  Global Social Development Innovations in partnership with longtime collaborator Mathias Zimba, executive director of  Rising Fountains Development Program in Zambia.

“As partners, we work together to identify ideas and practices that will change lives for the better,” Masa said. “Researchers and graduate students at the school can help build the evidence needed to demonstrate to policymakers, officials and the business community what is needed to  improve the lives of rural Zambians .”

Improving lives in six countries

Masa is an associate professor who also serves as GSDI’s research director. He has worked collaboratively on both economic security and HIV treatment projects with Rising Fountains, a Zambian nonprofit dedicated to improving the livelihoods of women and children in rural areas.

Masa emphasized how community involvement localizes these economic programs and increases their chance of success and relevance.

“Economic security is the focal point of our work,” said Masa. “We provide funding and, maybe more importantly, we are available to Mathias and his team for ongoing capacity support as well.”

Paving career paths

During the visit to her native Zambia, Chowa was visibly moved at the end of a day spent at a teen center and a church. The delegation heard from over a dozen enthusiastic groups of about 20 women each and the men who had joined in support of them.

“These people. This is why I do the work I do,” Chowa said.

Following the presentations, the delegation went to see the small business owners in action. These included a man who bought spare parts for just one bicycle and now runs a repair shop with several assistants, craftswomen who purchased a sewing machine and yarn to create and sell clothing, and a woman who uses a mobile phone and SIM cards to help townspeople make financial transactions.

“This is not about politics,” said one Solwezi community leader. “I stand in the middle in support of our people helping better their lives and those of their families.”

At the end of the visit, local residents piled baskets full of sweet melons, gourds and pineapples at the front of a small church as parting gifts.

“The bounty and generosity of spirit of the nearly 150 people of Solwezi whom we visited with earlier this month made a lasting impression,” said Alice Washington, a longtime member of the school’s advisory board.

Read more about the Zambia trip and support the UNC School of Social Work’s global partnerships by making a gift to the  Global Social Development Innovations Fund .

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Texas A&M Blazes Trail In Semiconductor Education And Training

From powering mobile phones to safeguarding national defense, semiconductors have become increasingly vital in today’s world. The growing demand for skilled professionals calls for semiconductor training.

Starting in fall 2025, Texas A&M University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering will introduce a new Master of Science program focused on microelectronics and semiconductors. This program will blend digital and analog integrated circuit design with semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring students are proficient in both areas and can collaborate effectively between design and fabrication processes. The development of this program is made possible by a $1 million gift from Samsung Austin Semiconductor .

Before its launch, the program must receive approval from the state’s Higher Education Coordinating Board and undergo authorization within Texas A&M University.

“We at the Texas A&M System recognize the importance of a highly educated workforce that understands microelectronics and semiconductors,” said Texas A&M University System Chancellor John Sharp. “I think you will see Aggies leading the way as the country increases the amount of domestic semiconductor manufacturing.”

The new degree is in addition to the semiconductor efforts already underway within The Texas A&M University System. The Texas A&M System is at the forefront of semiconductor research and training, establishing the  Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute  in May 2023 to focus on the need for trained semiconductor professionals and coordinate efforts in response to federal and state CHIPS initiatives. The institute, in conjunction with the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES), is committed to collaborating with semiconductor companies, coordinating system member research and fostering workforce training.

Also, beginning in fall 2024, electrical and computer engineering will offer three certificates to address the state and national need for trained experts in the field of semiconductors. The certificates are in response to the 2022 U.S. Congress CHIPS and Science Act, a strategic approach for the country to be a leader in domestic manufacturing, create more employment opportunities, fortify supply chains and accelerate future research directions.

“As the demand for semiconductor expertise rises, we remain committed to training the next generation of skilled professionals in this critical sector,” said Dr. Robert H. Bishop, vice chancellor and dean of engineering and director of TEES. “Through collaboration with industry partners and the Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute, we are poised to make significant strides in semiconductor research and education.”

The certificates include digital integrated circuit design, semiconductor manufacturing and electromagnetic fields and microwave circuit design.

The digital integrated circuit design certificate will be for graduate students in electrical and computer engineering and focus on the design stage of digital integrated circuits (IC). These are circuits designed to perform specific tasks, like signal processing and machine learning computing. After the design stage, the corresponding IC chips are fabricated by the manufacturer.

The semiconductor manufacturing certificate will focus on manufacturing semiconductor chip products and will be offered to electrical and computer engineering undergraduate and graduate students. Students will learn the process by which devices or chips are created, including photolithography (layering transistors and metal wires on silicon wafers), assembly and packaging.

The electromagnetic fields and microwave circuit design certificate will be for any engineering or science graduate student who wants to focus on high-frequency circuit analysis, design and implementation.

“We have proposed new certificates related to semiconductors given the growth of the industry as well as insufficient workforce development,” said Dr. Jiang Hu, a professor in the electrical and computer engineering department.

The Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering will offer a safety in semiconductor processing certificate, which will be available to all engineering and science graduate students.  

This certificate will be integrated with the  Mary Kay O’Connor Process Safety Center . The center’s primary role is to spearhead the integration of safety principles into chemical, oil and gas processing and, now, semiconductor manufacturing and energy transition.

“ This certificate program gives engineers a new tool to add to their existing portfolio so they can learn how to safely deal with chemicals and processes in the semiconductor manufacturing sector,” said Dr. Sreeram Vaddiraju, an associate professor in the Artie McFerrin Department of Chemical Engineering.

The electrical and computer engineering and chemical engineering departments also have two additional certificates in the planning stages: chip design verification and analog chip design.

The integration of the Master of Science degree, certificates and training programs in microelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing serves to bolster the entire spectrum of semiconductor companies in Texas, including GlobalWafers, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, Texas Instruments, NXP, Maxim, Silicon Labs, Cypress and more.

This article originally appeared on the College of Engineering website .

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