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Becoming a Recognised Teaching Centre

Join a Global Network of 100+ Recognized Teaching Centres

Committed to widening global access to higher education, the University of London (UoL) delivers a wide array of programmes, blending employment-focused programmes with in-depth studies in social sciences, humanities, and beyond, under the academic guidance of its federation members.

The University of London places strong emphasis on providing excellent student experience. Distance learning students have access to virtual learning environments, study guides, and an online library to complete their programs, along with support from UoL's career services. To complement their studies, many students choose to enhance their learning through tutorial support at one of UoL's global Recognized Teaching Centres (RTCs).

To learn more about our collaborative model, please review the Introduction to Recognised Teaching Centres document (PDF).

Teaching Centre Recognition Framework

Our Teaching Centre Recognition Framework is a mechanism for formally recognising teaching centres offering support for the University’s programmes.

The prospective Recognised Teaching Centres must provide appropriate evidence to demonstrate that they meet a set of quality criteria to be granted and, subsequently, maintain Recognised Teaching Centre status. The University monitors Recognised Teaching Centres against these quality criteria on an ongoing basis.

Teaching Centre Recognition Framework criteria

How to Apply

The University of London has a rigorous three-stage process to ensure that every prospective Recognised Teaching Centre meets the quality and standards of the University and its growth strategy.

Stage 1

Applications and submission of Stage 1 documentation to become a Recognised Teaching Centre are typically only processed during a specific three-month period each year. The next application window is from 1 October 2024 to 30 December 2024.  

Please download the Recognised Teaching Centre Application Pack to begin your Stage 1 application.

Stage 2

Prospective Recognised Teaching Centres that meet the University of London's Stage 1 criteria may have the opportunity to progress to Stage 2. At this stage, they will be required to submit additional information, including detailed programme academic delivery plans.

Stage 3

Once further quality assurance checks are completed, applicants may proceed to Stage 3 for formal committee approval. Upon approval, successful organisations will be notified, awarded Recognised Teaching Centre status, and provided with onboarding support.

Apply Now

To submit your Stage 1 documentation, please email the completed Recognised Teaching Centre Application Pack and required documents to global@london.ac.uk. Please, include your organisation's name and key contact person(s) details in the email.

If you require any additional information, please contact global@london.ac.uk with the below details included in your email:

  • Name of your organisation
  • A brief overview of your role within the organisation
  • A detailed description of the information you require.

Before reaching out, please review all provided documentation to confirm that your question has not already been answered.

Current Recognised Teaching Centre Locations

For those students who prefer the structured study support of a traditional learning environment, they can attend classes for many of our degrees at one of our current Recognised Teaching Centres which you have an opportunity to become a part of.

View a list of our network of centres which allow students to undertake their studies.