AN internationally renowned educator was guest of honour as the University of Sunderland continues to celebrate its high standing in Undergraduate Education league tables.
Dame Alison Peacock, who is also a respected public speaker and writer, visited staff from the university’s faculty of education and society
The visit comes after undergraduate education courses at the university were ranked second in the UK in the Guardian University League Tables 2020.
Professor Lynne McKenna, dean of the faculty of education and society, said: “I was delighted to host this event and to welcome Dame Alison.
“We have been training teachers at the University of Sunderland for over 100 years and our vision for the future of the profession aligns perfectly with the mission of the Chartered College who aim to improve the quality of education for children and young people by supporting teachers.
The university scored an overall 93.2 out of 100, placing it second only to the University of the West of Scotland.
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