Birmingham City is applauded for its commitment to student support
The Student Academic Partners (SAP) scheme, a unique partnership involving Birmingham City University and its Student’s Union, has beaten off national competition to win an accolade in the prestigious 2010 Times Higher Education (THE) Awards. Broadcaster and former government minister Michael Portillo revealed the success of the SAP scheme at a prestigious ceremony attended by 1,200 guests from across the sector, and he said, ' this is the university that supports students the best'. The SAP scheme aims to empower learners, and it topped the ‘Outstanding Support for Students’ category after judges said it was a “truly outstanding example to others across the sector”. Professor Mary Carswell, Pro Vice-Chancellor at Birmingham City University, said: ' This is fantastic recognition to our core commitment of putting students first. What made our submission really stand out is the fact it’s a partnership between the university and its Students’ Union.' Professor Stuart Brand, Director of the university’s Centre for the Enhancement of Learning and Teaching (CELT), and the person who led the development of the SAP scheme with the university’s Students’ Union, said, 'The SAP initiative is an example of how we are working in close and effective partnership, actively encouraging our students to become part of the learning process. I really do believe we have developed something that is unique and I hope will inspire and influence the sector.' Find out more about Birmingham City University. Looking for funding for postgraduate studies in 2011? Check out the exclusive bursaries on offer from Postgrad Solutions. Content added on 9th December 2010. |
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Birmingham City University’s commitment to its students has been recognised with the equivalent of an ‘Oscar’ in the world of higher education accolades.