Useful Links

FAQ - The Diploma
Frequently Asked Questions concerning the new Diploma Qualification

ENGAGE in research
Provides an excellent interactive resource for students planning and carrying out research projects in areas of bioscience. Developed by the University of Reading

Centre of Effective Learning in Science (CELS)
Provides access to a range of resources for those teaching scientific topics.Developed by Nottingham Trent University.

Genetics Education Networking for Innovation and Excellence (GENIE)
Provides links to a range of resources that can be used to support teaching of genetics principles. Developed by the University of Leicester.

Write Now: Centre for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL)
Provides links to a number of useful resources for students including guidance on academic writing.

Internet Detective
An interactive tutorial to help students develop internet research skills and evaluate the quality of information they find.

National Centre for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics (NCETM)
Provides access to a range of resources to support teaching of maths principles and examples showing how maths has a relevance to working life.

PASSPORT to Higher Education
Provides details about Lancaster University’s Passport to HE programme which offers students from widening participation backgrounds with the opportunity to prepare for HE study before starting on higher level courses. Details of eligibility and the structure of the programme can be found on this site.