| Reference | IFPHeadBJ2018 |
| Institution | Keele University and Beijing Foreign Studies University |
| Job Type | Fixed Term |
| Location | Beijing |
Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £134 million, over 10,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at http://www.keele.ac.uk.
Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) is a prestigious Chinese University under the direct leadership of the Ministry of Education and is one of China’s top Universities listed under the Project 211 and Innovation Platform of Project 985. BFSU is one of China’s oldest language Universities, teaching over 80 languages. Further information can be found at http://global.bfsu.edu.cn/en.
The two universities are collaborating to offer a Chinese Ministry of Education approved dual degree programme with students studying towards a BA (Hons) International Governance and Public Policy from Keele University and a BA in Diplomacy from BFSU. Students spend two years in Beijing, then a year at Keele before returning for a final year in Beijing.
The programme is launching with a cohort of 80 students in September 2018. The first year of the programme is focussed primarily on developing students’ language and study skills to a high level and consists of the following level 3 modules:
• General English (30 credits)
• Academic English Proficiency (30 credits)
• Study Skills (15 credits)
• Global Political Sociology (15 credits)
• Seminar Skills Development (15 credits)
• Business and Management (15 credits)
The programme wishes to appoint an International Foundation Programme Director to lead this first year of the programme, managing a team of four staff and contributing to the teaching of one or two of the above modules. You will have a proven track record of developing language skills to a high standard. A passing mark at the end of the programme includes an English language level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 in all sub-tests but we aim for the majority of students to exceed this minimum standard.
The position is a full-time post based in Beijing. Contracts are initially for 11 months but renewable and we are seeking staff members who are willing to be based in China long term. You will be employed by Overseas Education Investment Management, a professional education services company with a strong track record of delivering UK TNE in China. The programme is closely supported by Keele University in the UK and a local management team.
Candidates must have experience in teaching English for Academic Purposes to international students, and in developing materials for classroom or VLE use. Only applicants holding a DTEFLA, LTCL, PGCE (ESOL), or relevant MA (with TEFLQ status) will be considered.
Applications will be considered on an ongoing basis until the post is filled. For enquiries and applications please contact Matt Ryan, OEIM’s academic director at matt@oeim.co.uk
Please note that this appointment is subject to fulfilling the requirement for a Chinese work visa and as such we are unable to consider applicants over the age of 60. You will also need to provide a criminal record check.
| Closing Date | 31/07/2018 |
| Interview Date | |
| Start Date | 01/09/2018 |
