Jillian Duncan

Jillian Duncan is an Assistant Professor in Education at Northumbria University's School of Communities and Education. She leads the Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Education (PGCE) and oversees level seven modules focused on inclusive pedagogy and core curriculum development. Her roles include coordinating admissions for Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programs and supporting colleagues in academic practice accreditation. She chairs the 'Medium Technology' collaborative group examining technology's impact on student understanding in education, partnering with E-Qualitas and Swedish institutions.

Educationally, she holds a PhD in Education (2024), MEd (2002), and BA (Hons) with QTS (1996), alongside qualifications like NPQLTD (2024) and FHEA (2017). Her research integrates phenomenological analysis with practical educational challenges, emphasizing care ethics, outdoor learning, and simulated environments. She has presented work globally, including in Albania and China, and co-leads an international pilot group in Belgium, Sweden, and the UK.

Her publications explore care in higher education, pandemic peer support dynamics, and visual methodologies in PhD research. Collaborations include the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art for gallery-based pedagogy initiatives. Jillian's work bridges theory and practice, influencing teacher training and interdisciplinary educational strategies through partnerships and innovative teaching models.