Inclusive Education
Supporting the success and well-being of all learners
The Autism Centre for Education and Research (ACER) and the Vision Impairment Centre for Teaching and Research (VICTAR) are dedicated to advancing the educational and social inclusion of individuals with diverse needs.
ACER is committed to challenging prevalent misconceptions about autistic children and young people by providing specialised knowledge to education staff, moving beyond generalist views to enhance the educational experience of autistic students.
VICTAR focuses on improving social and educational inclusion for individuals with vision impairment through research and practice. This includes studies aimed at increasing access and developing effective curricula in developing countries, as well as empowering young people in the UK as they transition to adulthood.
Together, ACER and VICTAR work to promote inclusive educational environments that support the success and well-being of all learners globally.
The UK's first academic centre for racism and race inequality in education
Working to close the gaps in educational achievement and improve the educational experiences and career outcomes of Black and minority ethnic people at all ages, the Centre for Research in Race and Education leads on pursuing race equality and social justice.
In the School of Education, we are committed to driving meaningful change that benefits individuals, their families, and society as a whole through our breadth of research. As well as teaching the next generation of educators, we are informing curriculum and policy to drive real change for future generations of learners, no matter their needs or background. Everyone should have equal access to high-quality education that suits their needs, allowing them to lead prosperous and fulfilling lives.
Explore our policy recommendations
Shaping policy for inclusive autism education, reducing exclusions, improving outcomes.
Explore our MA course
Explore a future in inclusive education with our MA Inclusion course.