Over the past two years, School of Design Professional Learning, formerly PACE, has given learners opportunities to explore new ideas, build practical skills and expand their knowledge across a wide range of design disciplines.
As we celebrate our second anniversary, we’re marking an exciting new chapter by launching our new identity and website. This milestone gives us a chance to reflect on how far we’ve come, celebrate our learning community's achievements and look ahead to what’s next.
Over the past year, our course portfolio has continued to grow, reaching new audiences and creating more opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge and skills, both online and on-campus.
Highlights from the past year
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From reaching learners in 72 countries to launching 8 new courses, these milestones reflect our growing reach and the breadth of opportunities available. An average course rating of 4.7 out of 5 also highlights how much learners value their experiences with us.
Choosing a course is about more than just finding an interesting subject. It’s about finding an experience that aligns with your goals, sparks new ideas, and gives you the knowledge and skills to move forward. Here is what some of our learners had to say about our courses this year.
I really enjoyed the online course. It gave me a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of textile fibres and broadened my knowledge. I feel more confident having conversations with customers in outdoor retail now if those situations arise.
These experiences are an important part of our story. They reflect the value of lifelong learning and the different ways our courses can support personal interests, professional development and new ambitions.
Looking ahead: new courses and opportunities
As we enter our third year, we’re continuing to expand our offer and create more opportunities for learners to explore their interests, develop their expertise and take their next steps.
On-campus summer courses
We'll release our next round of on-campus summer course dates in November. If you’re looking to learn in person, connect with others, and explore a subject with in-person support, keep an eye on our website for the release of dates and course information.
New Level 7 courses
We’re also developing new Level 7 courses, offering further opportunities for advanced learning and professional development. More details will be announced as these courses become available.
Whether you’re returning to learning, building on your professional experience or exploring a subject for the first time, we look forward to welcoming more learners and helping them discover what’s possible.
Course improvements
We’re continually reviewing and improving our courses to ensure they remain relevant, engaging and valuable to our learners. By listening to learner feedback and reflecting on their experiences, we’re identifying ways to enhance course content, strengthen the learning experience and ensure our courses continue to meet a range of interests and professional development needs.
Discover what you could learn next
Our second anniversary is both a moment to celebrate and a chance to look ahead. As School of Design Professional Learning begins its third year, we’d like to thank everyone who has been part of our journey so far, from our learners and tutors to everyone who helps bring our courses to life.
Ready to take your next step? Explore our courses to find a subject that interests you and a learning opportunity that fits your goals.
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