University of Manchester recognised at national lifelong learning awards
Colleagues from the University of Manchester attended the Universities Association for Lifelong Learning (UALL) Conference this week, held at the University of Warwick and themed 鈥淩eimagining Lifelong Learning.鈥�
The event brought together institutions from across the UK to share best practice, explore innovation in lifelong learning, and celebrate impactful partnerships that are widening participation and supporting learners at all stages of life.
The University was proud to be recognised on the national stage, receiving the Institutional Partnership Award for its collaboration with the Bank of England on the Teach Economics programme.
This flagship initiative is designed to support the teaching of economics in schools and colleges, equipping educators with the tools, resources and confidence to inspire the next generation of economists. A key ambition of the programme is to improve diversity within the subject, helping to broaden access and encourage students from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue economics through further study and into higher education.
The award recognises the strength of collaboration between academic, professional services and external partners, as well as the programme鈥檚 continued evolution and commitment to evaluation and impact.
Professor Ang Davies, University Academic Lead for Lifelong Learning, said:
We are delighted to see this lifelong learning partnership recognised at a national level. The Teach Economics programme demonstrates what can be achieved when universities and external partners work together with a shared purpose鈥�.
By supporting educators and broadening access to economics, we are helping to shape a more diverse and inclusive pipeline of future economists. This is exactly the kind of impact lifelong learning should deliver, and I am incredibly proud of the team behind it.
The recognition reflects the University鈥檚 continued commitment to lifelong learning and to creating opportunities that enable learners from all backgrounds to engage with higher education.