Education Development Projects provide funding of up to £1500 and critical friend support to deliver and/or evaluate an innovative teaching and learning project and disseminate outcomes across the university and beyond.  Projects will be judged on the extent to which they: 

1. Have a clear rationale and Theory of Change 
2. Demonstrate awareness of, and build on, current research and literature, including previous BILT projects
3. Include a realistic project plan with timescales and deliverables 
4. Include appropriate and achievable evaluation methodology within the context and timescale of the project (including ethical implications where relevant)
5. Involve collaboration beyond the individual’s immediate setting e.g. involving more than one programme, school or faculty
6. Have the potential to positively impact the learning of large cohorts of students 

Project themes for 2025/26

Applications must align with one of the following themes informed by the University’s education strategy and BILT’s priorities for 2025/26:

• Generative AI
• Active learning 
• Inclusive assessment 

Benefits

Education development projects offer colleagues an opportunity to evaluate and/or innovate in strategically important areas, with a view to publication.  

Application process 

Applications for 2025/26 are now closed. Further details about 2026/27 opportunities will be made available in April/May 2026.