Indeed, I wish that was the case Jocelyn and I’m sure that it is in your university however I did raise the issue further with the HoD, Clare Brooks, during the open evening via email as she was working in Kazakstan at the time.

Her response wasn’t helpful starting with:

“I have followed this up with Sandy, who recalls your conversation somewhat differently, and considers that she has given you her best advice”

and ended:

“Of course, I understand that you may wish to apply for a course elsewhere with different entry requirements, and wish you the very best should you choose to do so.”

I have a quite a bit of correspondence with the IoE on this matter that I haven’t yet published on the basis that it would paint a worse picture of the Institute than I have presented, I think fairly, in my original article.

I’m still somewhat baffled given that had I studied for a BA over 30 years ago this wouldn’t have been an issue yet I am wondering what use such a certificate would be today. Surely my most recent experiences of researching and writing would be more valid?

I am a man in my early 50s considering new career horizons and direction. I want to learn from experts in this field yet I am being denied this opportunity. This is neither flexible nor inclusive in the way in which the IoE Director, Chris Husbands, claims.

I am, of course, interested in whether the IoE might themselves publish a response here which is why I chose this particular platform so that the discourse is transparent and open for all to participate.