Professional Certificate in Educational Neuroscience (PR-EDNEURO) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of educational, psychological, and neuroscientific literature relevant to learning
• Examine essential concepts in neuroscience and how they relate to cognitive functioning
• Critically evaluate educational theories, debates, policies, practices, and products using scientific evidence
• Apply educational, psychological, and neuroscientific research and the scientific method to professional practice to design, deliver, and evaluate learning interventions that are culturally appropriate, inclusive and sustainable.

Generic skills

Graduate attributes

Graduates should have the necessary attributes to:

• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the latest research concerning the neuroscientific, psychological, and educational underpinnings of learning (academic distinction)
• Contribute to discussions and debates around the role of rigorous scientific evidence in educational policy and practice (active citizenship)
• Be innovative, lifelong learners who are able to reflect on emerging research and evaluate whether nascent ideas may – or may not – be meaningfully implemented in their professional endeavours (integrity and self-awareness).