De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) hosted an event in the Science Museum in London to mark the university being ranked Gold under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
The event was attended by Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation Jo Johnson as well as DMU staff.
He said: “I am pleased to join De Montfort University at this event to celebrate their Gold award.
“The Teaching Excellence Framework is refocusing the sector’s attention on teaching to raise standards and give it the same status as research. De Montfort University are one of 59 providers across the country that demonstrated their teaching is of the highest quality.
“The results will help students make informed choices about where and will help ensure higher education equips the next generation of graduates for success.”
The event was hosted by the Chairman of the Board of Governors and Director and Chief Executive of the Science Museum Group, Ian Blatchford, who congratulated staff on the TEF success.
Vice-Chancellor Dominic Shellard also took the opportunity to thank staff for their hard work adding: “TEF is a massive watershed moment for all British universities and a real breakthrough moment for DMU.”
DMU Chancellor Baroness Lawrence attended the event and also congratulated staff on the achievement.
Mike Mayes, De Montfort Students’ Union (DSU) Vice President Media and Communications, said: “TEF is a sign that we are paying attention to the thing that matters the most to students; the quality of teaching.
“The fact that DMU managed to achieve the highest possible accreditation is a true reflection of my experience at DMU.”
HR partner Wendy Hirst said: “It’s just fantastic for DMU to finally be recognised for the excellent teaching standards that we have and the award is due to the hard work of everybody who contributes to the experience our students have.”
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The TEF is a Government initiative to recognise excellence in learning and teaching. For the first time, a Government-backed guide rewards and recognises the enormous value that universities can bring to the lives of their students through excellent teaching, outstanding experiences and great employment opportunities. Read our TEF news story detailing the full announcement.
The TEF Panel judged that “De Montfort University delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK.”
The TEF panel highlighted the way employability is embedded in the curriculum in every faculty, the significant contribution DMU Square Mile makes to the social and economic development of Leicester and the way that real-world research feeds into students’ learning.
DMU was also commended for the support for students throughout their time at DMU, the outstanding personalised provision for all students, the excellent physical and digital resources that enhance learning, retention and employability and a culture that encourages, recognises and rewards excellent teaching.
Posted on Friday 7 July 2017