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We've been educating students here at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) in the heart of historic Lincoln for 160 years. So no matter what you're looking to study with us, you can be sure that your future is in safe hands. -
Sean Ingoldsby
Sean Ingoldsby has extensive experience of teaching in early years and primary school settings, and in tertiary education both in the UK and overseas. Over the course of his career, he has taken on a wide range of coordination and leadership roles including early years coordinator and primary SENCO positions and more recently, on a variety of undergraduate teacher training programmes specialising in, Early Childhood Education, Educational Technology and TESOL, each of which is leveraged in his teaching on the BA Education Studies programme. Sean currently leads modules on inclusion and diversity, the impact of context in the learning process, and of diverse perspectives on education on both national and global policy and practice, and educational research. His research interests include the impact of context on learning, embodied cognition and educational technology. -
Graduate stories
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BGU's First Foundation Year Cohort Graduate
Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) recently commemorated a significant academic milestone as it celebrated the graduation of its first Foundation Year (FdY) cohort this year. Beginning their studies in 2019, these students undertook the program that provides an academic pathway for individuals typically excluded from undergraduate programs, expanding educational access. Despite challenges posed by a shift to online learning due to COVID-19, foundation year students from a wide range of subject areas including Early Childhood Studies, Psychology, Counselling, Education Studies, English, Theology, Health & Social Care, and TESOL received their award, with many securing a first-class honours. BA(Hons) Health and Social Care graduate Pollie Simpson shared her perspective: "As a mature student in my fifties, I decided to return to education after a gap of over thirty years. My children had all left home and settled into satisfying and rewarding careers after all graduating from university and I felt it was a good time for me to change direction. "I'm incredibly proud to be graduating with a first-class honours degree and I'm excited about continuing my journey by undertaking an MSc Occupational Therapy (pre-reg) course in January. My own journey has inspired my brother to return to education, and he will be joining BGU on his foundation year this summer."Pollie on her graduation day Kerry Houghton, another graduate with a BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care echoed Pollie's sentiments: "During the Foundation Year, I was taught how to write academically, how to reference, how to think critically, and always check the source. My confidence flourished and I made wonderful friends for life. I also love the community of mature students BGU has. I graduated not just with a degree, but a first-class one! "Without the foundation year, I don't think I would have ever achieved that. CELT [BGU’s Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching] was amazing and nothing was ever too much trouble. I'm 38 now and the Foundation Year and BGU have really changed my life - I've just had an interview for a Master's degree in occupational therapy! The University helped me recognise my potential to chase the dreams I had all those years ago."Kerry celebrates graduation at the cathedral Senior Lecturer for Foundation Year Dr Adam Foxon said: "This accomplishment aligns with BGU's educational mission, reflecting the belief that every student deserves an opportunity to showcase their aptitude. These students have not only progressed professionally and academically but will continue to do so in the future. As the University's motto suggests, the spirit of sharing knowledge and accomplishments is paramount." For further insights into the exceptional journeys of BGU's Foundation Year high-achievers, read Sophie’s graduation story. For those seeking to enhance self-confidence, secure a spot in an undergraduate course, or explore the Foundation Year program, find detailed information on our website. For enquiries, kindly email admissions@bishopg.ac.uk or 01522 583658, or directly reach the Foundation Year team at Foundationyear@bishopg.ac.uk. -
British Psychological Society awards BGU student
Recent Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) graduate Sophie Wilson has received the honour of the British Psychology Society’s (BPS) Award for achieving the best overall grade. Sophie graduated along with the University's inaugural Foundation Year (FdY) cohort with first-class honours from the Psychology & Early Childhood Studies programme. The BPS prize is awarded to those students who were nominated by their institutions after achieving the highest overall score in a BPS accredited degree programme. Sophie not only receives the award, but also a gift voucher, a years' free Graduate Membership of the BPS, and a letter of congratulations from the Society's CEO. Sophie began her post-school education on an apprenticeship when she was 16 years old, quickly progressing into the world of work. From there, she decided to pursue a career in children’s social work. So in 2019, Sophie began her BGU journey, joining the University's FdY programme. This programme offers an opportunity for individuals who don't typically possess the entry requirements for undergraduate study the chance to develop their academic skills and progress on to a specialised undergraduate course here at BGU. Sophie said: "The foundation year was so important for my studies, as it provided a baseline and an understanding of how to complete a university-level degree, and how to read and reference at an academic level. "It equipped me with all the skills and tools I needed to succeed, especially after I'd had a big gap from formal education." Sophie has big plans for the future and intends to pursues a career in children’s safeguarding. If you’d like to learn more about some of BGU’s FdY success stories, click here. For those seeking to enhance self-confidence, secure a spot in an undergraduate course, or explore the Foundation Year program, find detailed information on our website. For enquiries, kindly email admissions@bishopg.ac.uk or 01522 583658, or directly reach the Foundation Year team at Foundationyear@bishopg.ac.uk. -
Early Childhood Education in Practice (Graduate Practitioner)
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to take the next step in your academic and professional growth? Our BA (Hons) work-based degree programme is the perfect opportunity for individuals who have already completed a suitable Foundation Degree or Higher Education Diploma in Early Childhood. This programme seamlessly blends practice-based learning with campus-based teaching sessions that take place once a week, ensuring you can maintain your current work or volunteer commitments. -
From Teaching Assistant to Teacher
Have you ever thought about becoming a teacher, but decided against it as you are already in employment and don't want to give that up? We have different routes available to Teaching Assistants who want to become teachers, with pathways that allow you to continue to work while you study and gain your Qualified Teacher Status. Many of our courses offer blended delivery of between four and six sessions a year on campus, with the remainder of content delivered through online sessions and independent study. Regardless of your existing qualifications, if you want to become a teacher, we can help you find your way. -
'Let's Play' event held at BGU
The Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion (SENDI) team at Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) is delighted to have welcomed Neil Stuart from Autism New Zealand, who joined us for the day to share the Let’s Play approach. This adult-change programme enables parents and early years practitioners to offer joyous and quality experiences of play from the child’s own patterns, making it possible for young children with autism to enjoy playing with their parents and carers without uncertainty or fear.'Fantastic and engaging presentation. Thoroughly enjoyed listening & hopefully putting some strategies into practice.' Bev Clark (Parent/ PAACT) Over a hundred attendees from across Lincolnshire and surrounding counties gathered on Thursday 20th June at BGU, to join in this one-off opportunity to learn more about New Zealand’s national early steps programme. The mixed audience of parents, practitioners, students, academics, and other professionals had opportunities to gain new understanding and reflect on their own approaches, learning to relate and connect through playfulness in ways meaningful for the child. The day’s free training was highly entertaining and drew on ingenious metaphors to raise empathy and to demonstrate the importance of change in the adult rather than the child. Complete with evidence base, video coaching and the simplicity of ‘pattern, memory, variation’, this approach got everybody thinking.'This is the second time I have visited Bishop Grosseteste University to see Neil and he has not disappointed on either occasion. His character, passion and knowledge about the subject of play, in particular engaging autistic children in play, is captivating. I would thoroughly recommend. Each time I left feeling a renewed energy to pass on the little gems of wisdom we learned to the team back in our setting.' Anna Thorpe (Abbey Academies)'Inspirational – affirms the way we work when supporting autistic children and their families to build connections and meaningful relationships; the principles, ethos and beliefs.' Adele Sherrif (WTT) From the feedback, it was widely agreed this innovative approach had been insightful and inspiring, providing everything needed to implement the new thinking and to change practice. A huge thank you to Neil who enabled us to share this humanist approach as a free event.'Brilliant training leaving a lot to think about and move forward with.' Ellie Newton (WTT) This SENDI team event contributes to a series of international collaborations of knowledge exchange, enhancing understanding through international perspectives. If you are interested in receiving information about future SENDI events or to discuss courses at BGU, please contact admissions@bishopg.ac.uk or julia.lindley-baker@bishopg.ac.uk (Programme Leader, SENDI). -
Dr Duncan Mercieca
Dr Duncan Mercieca lectures in Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion at BGU. His research draws upon post-structural philosophers to think through educational issues, in particular, those related to diversity and otherness; inclusion and disability; and critiquing education research and its methods. Duncan also works in a special school in Scotland. -
Health Information
Registering with a GP The university recommends you register with a local GP based in Lincoln during your time as a student here, as you will spend the majority of the year in Lincoln. Registration is easy and you can register at another GP practice once you have finished your studies. We have included details of two local practices you may wish to consider using: Minster Medical Practice: www.minstermedicalpractice.co.uk The Minster Medical Practice is nearest to the BGU campus. University of Lincoln Health Service: www.ulhsonline.co.uk The ULHS is a cross-campus practice which services the University of Nottingham, the University of Lincoln, and BGU. The GPs are well-versed in dealing with student issues (e.g. applications for extenuating circumstances and Disabled Students’ Allowance). Directions For Minster Medical Practice: Turn right out of the main car park, onto Longdales Road. Keep walking on Longdales Road until you reach the roundabout. Turn left at the roundabout, onto Nettleham Road. Keep walking until you reach the pedestrian crossing and then… Turn left onto Cabourne Avenue. Cabourne Court is the second road on the left. Total distance from BGU: 0.8 miles | Walking time (approx): 15 minutes 2 Cabourne Court, Cabourne Avenue, Lincoln, LN2 2JP Mon – Fri: 8:00am - 6:30pm Weekends: Closed 01522 515797 111 (out of hours) Directions For University of Lincoln Health Service: Exit BGU campus onto Newport Road and turn left Walk down Newport and onto the Bailgate at the bend in the road Continue walking down Steep Hill and onto the High Street Turn right onto the cut-through just after Stokes Coffee Shop Continue on Brayford Wharf East and turn right onto the University of Lincoln Campus before the railway crossing Follow the path to the Swan Pub and continue past the pub. The Health Service will be a little further on your right. Total distance from BGU: 1.8 miles | Walking time (approx): 37 minutes ULHS Ltd, 3 Campus Way, Lincoln, LN6 7GA Mon – Fri: 7:30am - 6:30pm Weekends: Closed 01522 870010 111 (out of hours) Registering with a GP | bgu.ac.uk/studentadvice
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