Susan Goldrick

Susan Goldrick is a Lecturer in Education at the Manchester Institute of Education (MIE), University of Manchester. She holds dual roles as Lecturer in Initial Teacher Education and Programme Director for the Postgraduate Certificate in Education Studies. Her work bridges university and school partnerships, notably leading the Coalition of Research Schools and the Trafford Teaching School Alliance. She specializes in teacher-led research networks, equity in education systems, and collaborative enquiry methods.

Education Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Educational Research Methods (University of Manchester, 2007)
• Master of Arts in TESOL (University of Manchester, 2001)

Research Focus: Sue’s research emphasizes equitable education systems, teacher professional development, and policy implementation. She has led European projects on student voice and published influential works like Developing Equitable Education Systems (2012), recognized by the Society for Educational Studies. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education.

Key Projects:

• European Project ‘Responding to Diversity by Engaging Student Voices’ (2015–2018)
• Coalition of Research Schools in Greater Manchester
• e-China-UK Project for online teacher education

Awards: Her book Developing Equitable Education Systems was Highly Commended by the Society for Educational Studies in 2013.

Leadership & Grants: Sue manages the MIE’s Postgraduate Certificate programme and UCIL’s Leadership of Learning course. She has secured funding for teacher training initiatives and collaborative research networks.

Labs/Teams: Active in the Trafford Teaching School Alliance and MIE’s research partnerships with schools and universities globally.