For Higher Education Institutions
Embedding inclusion that is evidence-based, compliant, and centred on student voice.
Connect 4 Change partners with HEIs to strengthen inclusive teaching, curriculum design and Access and Participation Plans (APPs).
The approach combines policy insight with lived experience to help you meet regulatory expectations in practical, achievable ways, while keeping equity and student voice at the heart of every decision.
What Dr Matthew Carlile offers
1. Inclusive Curriculum and Teaching Practice
Curriculum and assessment review, analysis and redesign
Staff CPD on neurodiversity, faith sensitivity and LGBTQ+ inclusion
Support to embed inclusive pedagogy and assessment across faculties
2. APP and Regulatory Alignment
APP review, evaluation and refresh for OfS 2025 and beyond
Guidance on Equality Act 2010 duties, the Abrahart Ruling, and inclusive governance
Interim or advisory leadership for Education, Inclusion or Transformation
3. Research and Student Voice
Participatory research and stakeholder-voice projects using the peer-reviewed Illuminate model
Student voice programmes that develop authentic, impactful engagement in curriculum design, quality assurance and strategy
The Approach
Every partnership begins with listening: to students, staff and data. From there, we co-design realistic, evidence-informed actions that strengthen compliance, build confidence and create lasting culture change.
Each project is bespoke: whether you need a short-term review, a workshop series or longer-term strategic support, Matthew can help to shape the offer around your goals and capacity.