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Building a Lifelong Learning City with Ang Davies and Simon Thomson

Ang Davies and Simon Thomson share how the University of Manchester implements a flexible learning strategy that centers on “place, pace, and pathway.”

January 7, 2026 By Christian Guijosa
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In this episode of EduTrends, Ang Davies and Simon Thomson share how the University of Manchester implements a flexible learning strategy that centers on “place, pace, and pathway,” offering students control over their learning. Through entirely online, part-time programs and micro-credentials, the university is expanding its reach beyond traditional undergraduate models to support professionals, students, and adult learners seeking to reskill and adapt.

But their work extends far beyond campus. As a UNESCO City of Learning, Manchester is transforming into a civic ecosystem that includes universities, libraries, city councils, and community organizations working together to promote access, equity, and opportunity.

Christian Guijosa

This article from Observatory of the Institute for the Future of Education may be shared under the terms of the license CC BY-NC-SA 4.0