Research and knowledge exchange

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Research in the School of Education makes a significant difference by contributing to positive change locally, nationally, and globally and is internationally esteemed for the high quality of its rigour and originality.

The research culture of the School of Education nurtures our ambition to improve educational experiences, further social justice, strengthen sustainability, and deepen democracy.

We research with integrity to develop innovative approaches to key educational issues that matter.

We collaborate with our diverse range of partners including teachers and community organisers in Nottingham through to national governments and international policy bodies.

Our work addresses many UN sustainable development goals including:

developing inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning (SDG4)
empowering women and girls (SDG5)
reducing inequalities (SDG 10)
developing climate education (SDG 13)
forming inclusive educational institutions (SFG16)

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Research centres

Our six major research centres work across the disciplines of education and beyond, employing a broad range of theoretical and methodological approaches.

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Research degrees

The School of Education has a strong commitment to postgraduate and early career researchers and offers a rich environment for those looking to work and study with us

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Public engagement

Latest research news

Description: Article published in Teaching and Teacher Education co-written by Professor Christopher Day, Dr Rupert Knight and colleagues
Date:: 16 October 2026