Teaching and Learning Resources

For learners

Work-based learning assessment handbook

The purpose of this handbook is to help you understand how work-based learning and, more specifically, work-based assessment can operate in the context of higher education and to answer
common questions.

For staff

Work-based learning assessment handbook

The purpose of this handbook is to explain how work-based learning and, more specifically, work-based assessment operates. It covers the role and responsibilities of module tutors and outlines those of other stakeholders. Linking work-based learning with university study provides an opportunity for teaching staff to enrich their relationships with industry. Work-based assessment enables learners to capture and expand on learning opportunities which take place at work and present this learning in order to have it assessed for credit at university level.

14-19 admissions information booklet

This booklet provides detailed information on the 14-19 diploma.  Leaflets covering all of the sectors can be found here.

GMSA Advance workshop material

In March 2009, the GMSA ran workshops to support the development of staff in GMSA member institutions. Please click the link above for the resources from the workshops.

For employers

Work-based learning assessment handbook

The purpose of this handbook is to explain how work-based learning and, more specifically, work-based assesment operates. It outlines the role and responsibilities of the employers who are supporting their staff through this process. Linking work-based learning with university study provides an opportunity for employers to have the progress of their employees enhanced and recognised in a timely, cost-efficient way.