Development and Recognition
At Westminster, we strive to find ways of fostering and valuing staff engagement in, and passion for, learning and teaching development and scholarship as much as in academic discipline-focused research. The CETI works across the University to establish a holistic and coherent overview of the various opportunities for professional development in learning and teaching.
As well as enhancing the student experience through cutting edge and high quality teaching, such opportunities enable us to raise the profile and status of learning and teaching at Westminster. Through our activities, we are able to demonstrate that effective pedagogy is supported, recognised and rewarded through clear teaching-focused career development pathways for individuals, at whatever stage they are in their career.
Academic Career Progression and Development Pathways at Westminster
The University recognises various progression routes for academic staff based on research, teaching, business, enterprise, scholarly activity and leadership. The role of the Centre for Teaching Innovation includes championing learning and teaching both internally and externally, developing a Westminster pedagogy that is intimately related to the curriculum, enhancing quality and providing opportunities for professional development and learning in relation to learning and teaching across the University.
This diagram indicates standard career pathways which academic staff at the University of Westminster may wish to consider pursuing.
The criteria for the award of the titles of ‘Professor’ and ‘Reader’ include specific provisions for progression based on teaching. For more information about the Professors and Readers Awarding Committee and the application process and criteria for titles, visit the Professors and Readers Awarding Committee staff intranet pages.
The criteria for the award of the titles of ‘Professor’ and ‘Reader’ include specific provisions for progression based on teaching. For more information about the Professors and Readers Awarding Committee and the application process and criteria for titles, visit the Professors and Readers Awarding Committee staff intranet pages.
You can read in more detail here about
Westminster’s Academic and Research Career Development Routes.
Professional Development Opportunities at Westminster
The University offers numerous formal and informal opportunities to support your professional growth, including:
–Professional development programs to enhance your teaching skills.
–Opportunities for knowledge exchange and dissemination of best practices.
–Recognition and reward programs that highlight teaching achievements.
-Resources for building a strong academic CV and enhancing your professional profile.
We have provided a comprehensive overview to help you explore ways to develop your expertise in teaching.