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  1. External Examiner for the Foundation Degree and BA (top up) in Childhood Studies (generic and Special Educational Needs routes) for September 2024 - tenure will be 3 years
    Candidates' academic expertise should enable them to monitor the quality of Childhood Studies modules at levels 4, 5 and 6 and externally moderate assessed assignments. External examiners are expected to attend at least one assessment board per year, to meet and discuss their comments with the course team and students (where appropriate), and to provide reports for each assessment board (2 module award boards per year).

    External examiners are also asked to provide feedback on proposed course modifications, re-validations and the development of new modules. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone with up-to-date professional knowledge of education policy and practice.

    To apply please contact external-examiners@canterbury.ac.uk or the Childhood Studies Course Director Shay Moore, s.moore1443@canterbury.ac.uk with a brief resume of your experience and/or a CV.
    Canterbury Christ Church University
    Contact: external-examiners@canterbury.ac.uk
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  2. PGCE (with recommendation for QTS) Primary & Secondary
    The University of Worcester (UW) is seeking an External Examiner to support its new partnership with another University. This role is to provide assurance that the UW QTS curriculum is being delivered as expected and to provide feedback on the quality of the programme to UW. Two year contract from December 2024. Applicants should have a background in ITE and current or recent experience in leading or contributing to either a PGCE Primary or Secondary programme. An understanding of strategic partnership working would be an advantage. Previous experience of external examining is essential. For further information and a potential online meeting to discuss the role in more depth, please contact Dr Tracy Wallis (Secondary) t.wallis@worc.ac.uk or Jennifer Gadd (Primary) J.Gadd@worc.ac.uk
    Please submit your CV and expression of interest to Sarah Holland, PA to the Head of the Institute of Education at University of Worcester at s.holland@worc.ac.uk by 2 May 2024
    University of Worcester
    Contact: s.holland@worc.ac.uk
    Posted:
  3. External Examiners required for PGCE Primary/TAR Cynradd programme
    Cardiff Metropolitan University’s School of Education and Social Policy is seeking to appoint two new external examiners for its PGCE Primary / TAR Cynradd programme: one for PGCE Primary (English medium) and one for TAR Cynradd (Welsh medium). Following our very successful Welsh Government/Education Workforce Council reaccreditation in 2024, we see the role of our external examiners as essential in helping us extend our very high standards and develop further as a progressive centre for ITE in Wales. The external examiners’ duties will include the scrutiny of coursework assignments and visits to schools to observe student teachers on placement. Attendance at the end-of-year final examination board is also required. The tenure is 4 years and will begin in September 2024 We would welcome expressions of interest directed to Mia Wheddon-Patel, programmes administrator: CSESPLTSE@cardiffmet.ac.uk. The closing date is midday 30/04/2024.
    Cardiff Metropolitan University
    Contact: CSESPLTSE@cardiffmet.ac.uk
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  4. PGCE Secondary course
    We are seeking to appoint a Course External Examiner for the PGCE Secondary course. You must have experience in Humanities based subjects (specifically Geography, History, Religious Education or Modern Foreign Languages) although the role may involve examining a range of subjects across the PGCE Secondary course.
    Role Requirements:
    • Comment on the content of the subject area particularly with regard to subject benchmarks;
    • Examine assessment briefs, student work/teaching practice to ensure academic standards;
    • Provide informative comment and recommendations on whether the assessment process measures student achievement rigorously and fairly against the intended outcomes of the course/s;
    • Comment on parity across the student experience;
    • Participate in progression award boards (PABs), module award boards (MABs) and submit an annual report.
    CVs to kelly.daveynicklin@bcu.ac.uk
    Please note this role is not capable of sponsorship under Tier 2 of the points-based system.
    Birmingham City University
    Contact: kelly.daveynicklin@bcu.ac.uk
    Posted:
  5. External Examiner for SCITT provision
    Role Requirements:
    • Comment on the content of the subject area particularly with regard to subject benchmarks;
    • Examine assessment briefs, exam papers and student work/teaching practice to ensure academic standards and achievements of students;
    • Comment on parity across our SCITT provision;
    • Provide informative comment and recommendations on whether the assessment process measures student achievement rigorously and fairly against the intended outcomes of the course/s;
    • Participate in progression award boards (PABs), module award boards (MABs) and submit an annual report.


    Please send your CV to Course Leader Kelly Davey Nicklin (kelly.daveynicklin@bcu.ac.uk


    Please note that this role is not capable of sponsorship under Tier 2 of the points-based system. Closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 3rd May 2024.
    Birmingham City University
    Contact: kelly.daveynicklin@bcu.ac.uk
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  6. External Advisor (EA2) to act as a panel member for the Foundation Degree in Teaching and Learning Support course approval
    The course will be delivered at UW, and at two partner colleagues. Further details about the course can be found at: https://www.worc.ac.uk/courses/teaching-and-learning-support-fda-1
    This role involves considering the proposed documentation and attendance at the Course Approval meeting which will take place in October 2024. Documentation will be made available at least two weeks prior to the event and shared electronically. This position attracts a fixed payment of £175.
    Expressions of interest should be sent to Joanne Smith at joanne.smith@worc.ac.uk and include a full C.V. along with details of previous experience as an External Adviser. This role requires:
    Relevant subject knowledge and experience of foundation degrees and/or collaborative, work-based courses including learning support.
    Relevant experience of HE teaching and curriculum leadership at an appropriate level.
    The closing date for applications is 3rd May 2024.
    More information about this examiner role

    University of Worcester
    Contact: joanne.smith@worc.ac.uk
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  7. External Advisor to engage in a revalidation event for its PGCE Secondary programme
    The advisor will be asked to support the revalidation of this programme : Online event scheduled for Friday 3rd May 2024, 9.30-14.00 via Microsoft Teams.
    Criteria for selection:
    Role of an EA is to consider programme documentation in terms of its subject content, coherence and structure, assessment strategy, and its outcomes in the context of skills and employability of those successfully completing the programme. Candidates should have appropriate experience and subject knowledge of ITT/PGCE and, as far as possible. Candidates should not have had any direct connections with the University, or an existing/proposed collaborative partner associated with this validation, such as former student or member of staff, or former external examiner, for a minimum of five years. The fee for this event is £200. Please submit expressions of interest and availability, along with a current CV, to the Quality and Standards Office/ molly.cowling@stmarys.ac.uk
    St Mary’s University, Twickenham
    Contact: qateam@stmarys.ac.uk
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  8. External Examiner for Initial Teacher Education (Further Education)
    We have a vacancy for one of the three external examiner positions who work together across our large, validated partnership provision.
    The role is to commence in September 2024, for a 4-year term.
    Applicants should have current experience of initial teacher education for the FE & Skills Sector.

    The role involves:
    • Scheduled moderation of trainees’ work throughout the academic year.
    • One physical in the spring term to a Partner College, to undertake joint observation and meet with trainee teachers.
    • One online summative moderation event in the summer term.
    • Online attendance at the assessment boards via MSTeams.
    • Examiner’s annual report.

    • Each year examiners are assigned to one of the three clusters of colleges in rotation.

    Interested parties should send an expression of interest and CV to Dr Clare Winder, CLWinder@uclan.ac.uk

    Closing date: Monday 8th May 2024
    University of Central Lancashire
    Contact: CLWinder@uclan.ac.uk
    Posted:
  9. FdA Educational Practice and BA (Hons) Education and Lifelong Learning Top up degree
    We are seeking an External Panel member for the revalidation of the FdA Educational Practice and BA (Hons) Education and Lifelong Learning Top up degree.
    Candidates need to be employed in another UK HE institution, with experience of delivering similar provision, that is work based learning, within the Education Sector.
    Responsibilities:
    Review of and feedback on programme documentation prior to the validation event; online attendance for the validation event which is expected to take place on Wednesday 26th June 2024.
    You would be expected to:
    form an expert and objective opinion of the overall standards of the programme and the comparability of those standards within the UK HE sector;
    have an awareness of the educational requirements for the profession;
    have relevant expertise and academic qualifications;
    have knowledge and experience of current practice and developments in teaching, learning and assessment in education.
    To apply please send a CV to Klee@Brookes.ac.uk
    Oxford Brookes University
    Contact: klee@brookes.ac.uk
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  10. External examiners for Further Education ITE: DET (CertEd from September, 2024)
    We are looking for professionals with experience of working in Higher Education and in Initial Teacher Education for FE to act as External Examiners to our undergraduate courses. Duties will mainly involve reviewing a sample of assignments written from levels 4 to 6 for the Diploma in Education and Training, and the CertEd in Further Education and Skills (level 5) from September 2024. Additional discussions with the FES team at the University and partner college Associate Tutors will also be expected, as well as some visits to the partner colleges who deliver our franchised provision. Standard tenure is 4 years.

    Availability: to start as soon as possible.

    For further information or to send an expression of interest with a CV, please contact alison.blackhall@canterbury.ac.uk
    More information about this examiner role

    Canterbury Christ Church University
    Contact: alison.blackhall@canterbury.ac.uk
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  11. External Advisor sought for Partner Approval and Validation Event at the University of Brighton
    EA required with experience of the delivery of PGCEs within a SCITT context, for a Partner Approval and Validation Event.
    EA will:
    • participate in online review of documents up to 2nd May
    • attend the Approval and Validation Event on Thursday 16 May, online via MS Teams
    • review the draft report of the Approval and Validation Event
    EA Role:
    • provides an independent view of the proposed course and its comparability with similar courses nationally,
    • assesses whether structural requirements are met
    • reviews the proposed curriculum and its comparability with national standards.
    The University of Brighton is able to pay £200 as a fee for this role.

    Please email your CV to Charlotte Cattell C.Cattell@brighton.ac.uk before 26.4.24. CV to include: Higher Education and professional qualifications, Current relevant teaching / assessment / leadership experience, internal / external QA experience. Please state any potential conflicts of interest in providing independent scrutiny
    University of Brighton
    Contact: C.Cattell@brighton.ac.uk
    Posted:
  12. 2X Academic Panel Members required for the validation of Post Graduate Certificate in Education International (PGCEi ) Primary, and the Post Graduate Certificate in Education International (PGCEi) Primary with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS)
    The University of Northampton requires 2 academic panel members for the Post Graduate Certificate in Education International (PGCEi) Primary, and the Post Graduate Certificate in Education International (PGCEi) Primary with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) validation with knowledge in the area of Qualified teacher status, PGCE and experience of postgraduate teaching. The event will be held online on 22/05/2024. We pay a fee of £150 (subject to standard PAYE regulations)- subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK. If you’re an academic with experience of validations and want to apply email validations@northampton.ac.uk with your CV quoting the subject line of this email. Please advise if you have had any contact with UON in the last 5 years. We apologise in advance, unfortunately we aren’t always able to respond to all applicants. If your application is not successful, we would like to retain your CV for future events, if you would prefer us not to please advise.
    University of Northampton
    Contact: validations@northampton.ac.uk
    Posted:
  13. • 1x Primary ITE External Examiners – BA (Hons) Primary Education QTS/ BA (Hons) Early Years-Primary Education QTS and PGCE (Primary and Primary- Early Years) Programmes
    We are looking for suitably qualified professionals with experience of working in Higher Education and in Initial Teacher Education to act as an External Examiners to our programmes. Subject expertise in English would be useful. Duties will mainly involve reviewing a sample of assignments written from levels 4 to 6 (for BA QTS) and Level 7 (for PGCE) as part of the academic award. Additional discussions with Associate Teachers and the Programme team at the University will also be expected, as well as some visits to schools to review our training in professional settings.

    Re-imbursement: Reasonable travel expenses and the standard External Examiner fee will be paid. Overnight accommodation will be provided (by prior negotiation normally when the journey time each way would exceed 2 hours).

    For further information or to send an expression of interest with a CV, please contact education@chester.ac.uk.
    University of Chester
    Contact: education@chester.ac.uk
    Posted:
  14. External Moderator (EM) and External Examiner (EE) (Primary) for its ITT (QTS) provision
    Start date: 01/09/24, End date: 31/12/28.
    EMs are expected to visit the University’s Teacher Education Partnership during the final term of training on their designated training route into teaching, and submit an annual report.

    EEs submit an annual report & a much briefer interim report in Feb/March. Fees & reasonable expenses are paid. Recent EE/EM experience is desirable. A mentor is provided for first-time EEs/EMs. All new EEs/EMs are invited to an induction event. The criteria for appointments are in section 4 of the University’s Handbook. Please e-mail your CV, including details of relevant experience, to Laura Daniel at LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk.

    Regrettably, nominations from current or recently-retired colleagues from the following are not eligible to apply at the current time: Anglia Ruskin University, Canterbury Christ Church University, Coventry University, University College London, University of Reading, University of Worcester.
    More information about this examiner role

    Plymouth Marjon University
    Contact: LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
    Posted:
  15. External Moderator (EM) (STEM**) for its ITT (QTS) provision :Start date: 01/09/24, End date: 31/12/28.
    EMs are expected to visit the University’s Teacher Education Partnership during the final term of training on their designated training route into teaching and submit an annual report.

    Recent EE or EM experience is desirable, although the University will provide a mentor for first-time EMs. All new EMs will be invited to an annual induction event. Please refer to the full criteria for the appointment set out in Section 4 and Appendix A of the Handbook.

    **Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths - a specialism in at least one of these areas within ITE is required.

    Nominations from current or recently retired colleagues from the following are not eligible to be considered at the current time: Anglia Ruskin University, Canterbury Christ Church University, Coventry University, Edge Hill University, University College London (UCL), University of London, and York St John University.

    Please e-mail your CV, including details of relevant experience, to LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
    More information about this examiner role

    Plymouth Marjon University
    Contact: LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
    Posted:
  16. BSc (Hons) Mathematics and Secondary Teaching (QTS) and PGCE Secondary Maths
    It is anticipated that the successful post-holder will be experienced with mathematics teaching at a secondary level, have an in-depth knowledge and understanding with the pedagogical development of mathematics education and have a working knowledge of university-based ITT provision. The post will require: the moderation of scripts; review of course documentation; school placement visits in a secondary setting; attendance at the examination board (normally in the summer term) and the completion of an annual report with recommendations for each programme. The appointment will start from 1st September 2024 and will be for a tenure of 4 academic years. The appointment will be remunerated in accordance with the University’s external examiner fee schedule. Ideally the post-holder will have previous experience of either external examining on a mathematics education programme or leading a QTS mathematics programme. To express an interest please email a recent CV to K.Nanson@chi.ac.uk
    University of Chichester
    Contact: K.Nanson@chi.ac.uk
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  17. External Examiner for French on the BA (Hons) in Modern Languages with Translation.
    Oxford Brookes University is seeking to appoint a new EE for French on the BA (Hons) in Modern Languages with Translation.
    September 2024 start
    Contact: ihill@brookes.ac.uk
    Oxford Brookes University
    Contact: ihill@brookes.ac.uk
    Posted:
  18. Two External Examiners for BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS for a September 2024 start
    LJMU is a long-standing provider of ITE that has been awarded “Good” in its recent Ofsted inspection and has secured accreditation to continue to deliver ITE under the terms of the new Quality Requirements for 2024.

    The External Examiners’ duties will include:
    Supporting the assessment of QTS for all students studying Undergraduate Primary Education with QTS.
    A visit to observe a sample of student teachers teach during the spring term and review a sample of files
    Meet with mentors, module leader and Programme Leader to ascertain strengths and areas for development
    Attendance at Board of Examiners meeting
    Produce an External Examiner report to be submitted by the end of July
    Travel expenses and a standard External Examiner fee will be paid.
    Further details on External Examining at LJMU can be found on our External examiner Vacancies Web Page, here.
    Send an expression of interest with your CV attached by Friday 26th April to David Boorman (D.Boorman@ljmu.ac.uk)
    More information about this examiner role

    Liverpool John Moores University
    Contact: D.Boorman@ljmu.ac.uk
    Posted:
  19. External Moderator (EM) (STEM**) for its ITT (QTS) provision
    EMs are expected to visit the University’s Teacher Education Partnership during the final term of training on their designated training route into teaching and submit an annual report.

    Recent EE or EM experience is desirable, although the University will provide a mentor for first-time EMs. All new EMs will be invited to an annual induction event. Please refer to the full criteria for the appointment set out in Section 4 and Appendix A of the Handbook.

    Nominations from current or recently retired colleagues from the following are not eligible to be considered at the current time: Anglia Ruskin University, Canterbury Christ Church University, Coventry University, Edge Hill University, University College London (UCL), University of London, and York St John University.

    Please e-mail your CV, including details of relevant experience, to LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk

    Start date: 01/09/24, End date: 31/12/28
    More information about this examiner role

    Plymouth Marjon University
    Contact: LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
    Posted:
  20. External Examiner and External Moderator Vacancy (dual role) - PGCE Primary ITT (QTS) provision (4 years 09/2024-12/2028
    EMs are expected to visit the University’s Teacher Education Partnership during the final term of training on their designated training route into teaching, and submit an annual report.

    EEs submit an annual report & a much briefer interim report in Feb/March. Fees & reasonable expenses are paid. Recent EE/EM experience is desirable. A mentor is provided for first-time EEs/EMs. All new EEs/EMs are invited to an induction event. The criteria for appointments are in section 4 of the University’s Handbook. Please e-mail your CV, including details of relevant experience, to Laura Daniel.

    Regrettably, nominations from current or recently-retired colleagues from the following are not eligible to apply at the current time: Anglia Ruskin University, Canterbury Christ Church University, Coventry University, University College London, University of Reading, University of Worcester. Please e-mail your CV, including details of your relevant experience, to LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
    More information about this examiner role

    Plymouth Marjon University
    Contact: LDaniel@marjon.ac.uk
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  21. Birmingham Newman University- External Examiners
    We are looking for expressions of interest from Secondary Phase colleagues who are considering External Examiner Opportunities for our PGCE and Undergraduate PE. Responsibilities will include sampling of student work, visiting students on their final school placements, and meeting with a group of trainees to gain feedback regarding the programmes. You will also be required to submit an annual report. Relevant knowledge and understanding of Secondary ITT requirements required. Visits to schools will take place in May/ June. The Subject Assessment Board, and final Progression Assessment Board will be held in July. Please submit expressions of interest, along with a current CV, to Caroline Montgomery, Head of Secondary ITTE & FE caroline.montgomery@newman.ac.uk. Further information on these roles can be sought from Elizabeth Plummer, Subject Lead for PE and UG Programme Lead E.Plummer@staff.newman.ac.uk
    Birmingham Newman University
    Contact: E.Plummer@staff.newman.ac.uk
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  22. External Examiner for their BA Education Studies
    University of Wales, Trinity Saint David are looking for an external examiner for their BA Education Studies programmes to commence from September 2024, for a period of 4 years. The portfolio consists of Education Studies: Primary, Education Studies: Additional Learning Needs and Inclusion and Education Studies. The external examiner will moderate assignments, attend an examination board meeting and write an annual report. Closing date 30/04/2024. Please see website for programme details Education Studies (BA) | UWTSD

    For more information about the programme or to submit an expression of interest please send a recent CV to/or contact
    Laura.hutchings@uwtsd.ac.uk
    More information about this examiner role

    University of Wales, Trinity Saint David
    Contact: Laura.hutchings@uwtsd.ac.uk
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  23. BEd Primary Education with QTS
    External Examiner: BEd Primary Education with QTS
    The School of Education, Languages, and Linguistics at the University of Portsmouth is seeking to appoint an External Examiner for the BEd Primary Education with QTS.
    The successful External Examiner would have recent knowledge and experience in the subject area
    The External Examiner is required with immediate effect for the 2023/24 academic year. In addition to examining the modules, virtual attendance at the Module Assessment Board held in June is required. A fee of £400 is paid.
    For further information please contact the Course Lead, David Hill – david.hill@port.ac.uk. Expressions of interest should be emailed and include a full CV which should include details of relevant experience.
    University of Portsmouth
    Contact: david.hill@port.ac.uk
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  24. Secondary PGCE programmes: English, Modern Language, Science, PE, Art & Design
    External Examiners required from 1st September 2024 in the following Secondary PGCE programmes: English, Modern Language, Science, PE, art & design. An external examiner is also required for the Assessment Only course (primary or secondary).

    University of Warwick
    Contact: a.j.morgan@warwick.ac.uk

    External examiner required from 1st September 2024 for the International PGCE with QTS course (primary or secondary).

    University of Warwick
    Contact: k.j.weeks@warwick.ac.uk
    University of Warwick
    Contact: k.j.weeks@warwick.ac.uk
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  25. External Examiner for PGCert Healthcare Education Programme
    “We are looking for someone with a knowledge of health and education to examine on the highly successful PGCert Healthcare Education Programme.

    This is a 4 -year position and the postholder would work alongside other examiners on the MA in Education programme.

    For further details please contact Prof Helen Bilton at the University of Reading - h.o.bilton@reading.ac.uk “
    More information about this examiner role

    University of Reading
    Contact: h.o.bilton@reading.ac.uk
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  26. External Examiner(s) required for BA Primary Education with QET and/or PGCE (Primary and Secondary Pathways) : Starting September 2024
    UWTSD is looking for one or two Welsh-medium EEs for the BA Primary Education and/or PGCE programs (Primary/Secondary pathways). These programs lead to a recommendation for QTS and are delivered through our Institute's Professional Learning Partnership (PDPA). The position(s) will require moderation of Welsh-medium assignments, attendance at examination boards and completion of an annual report. The EE(s) will also be required to visit prospective teachers in Welsh-medium schools and/or to be involved in online reviews, in accordance with Government regulations. Expressions of interest should be emailed to Gail Parker gail.parker@uwtsd.ac.uk , together with a current CV which should include details of relevant AGA experience . Applicants should indicate whether they would be interested in undertaking the duties of the EE on either one of these programs or on both.
    This is a call for expressions of interest in the role of EE for which the ability to speak Welsh is essential.
    University of Wales Trinity Saint David
    Contact: gail.parker@uwtsd.ac.uk
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  27. External Examiner for BA (Hons) Psychology
    An External Examiner is sought for the BA (Hons) Psychology in Education course within the Carnegie School of Education at Leeds Beckett University. The post will start in October 2024 for the academic year (2024/2025) and will be for a term of four years. For the course background visit

    https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/courses/psychology-education-ba

    Expressions of interest (with up to date CV) and application forms available from Lianne Sweeting Richardson at Leeds Beckett University on L.Sweeting@leedsbeckett.ac.uk Please indicate your external examining experience. If you wish to discuss the post in more detail, please contact the Course Director for the course: Hannah McCarthy h.mccarthy@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
    More information about this examiner role

    Leeds Beckett University
    Contact: L.Sweeting@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
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  28. Virtual Subject Specialist Mentor for FE ITE trainees (various subjects)
    Role: Virtual Subject Specialist Mentor for FE ITE trainees (various subjects)
    Contact: Stefan Fusenich Stefan.fusenich@bishopg.ac.uk
    Closing date: on going
    Bishop Grosseteste University
    Contact: Stefan.fusenich@bishopg.ac.uk
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