Research

Research Interests

The Insitute of Lifelong Learning has four main research specialisms. Research degrees (postgraduate taught and MPhil/PhD) are available in these areas. Consultancy work may be available - please contact relevant staff members for more information.

The three key research areas are:

- Civil Safety and Security

- Learning and Ageing

- Popular Culture and Religion/Spiritual Development

Research Groups

Leicester Learning and Ageing Group (LLAG)

The Insitute of Lifelong Learning is also home to LLAG; a specialist research group actively involved with applied research in the field of later-life learning, older learners and the benefits of learning for an ageing population.

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Vaughan College Lecture Series

The Institute of Lifelong Learning presents a series of public lectures as part of the new Vaughan College Lecture Series, to be held at Vaughan College in Leicester City Centre. 

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Institute of Lifelong Learning celebrates student success

Part-time students at the Institute of Lifelong Learning were congratulated on their commitment and dedication at an award ceremony on Wednesday, 6th February at The Fraser Noble Building.

Cert. Pres. Eve 2013

 Depeche Mode or Johnny Cash? What does your music taste say about your spirituality?

Clive Marsh at the Institute of Lifelong Learning, has released his latest book: Personal Jesus: How Popular Music Shapes Our Souls.

Clive's Book

Clive Marsh (left) with co-author Vaughan S. Roberts and Bobbi Jo Heyboer, Senior Director of Marketing at Baker Academic

Vaughan College 150th Anniversary Celebration

A second event to mark the 150th Anniversary of Vaughan College took place on 24 September 2012 at the College, with an evening of talks, student discussions and a book launch.

 

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Image. From l-r:  Cynthia Brown; Denis Rice (ex-Warden of Vaughan College)

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