Curriculum Developer

£30,000 - £50,000 · Career outcome for graduates of the Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning

A day in the life of a Curriculum Developer involves designing and developing educational curricula, courses and materials.

Key responsibilities include researching learning needs, designing learning objectives and outcomes, and evaluating curriculum effectiveness.

The Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning provides a strong foundation for this role, particularly in terms of understanding curriculum design principles and learning theory. Progression opportunities include senior development or management roles.

• Design and develop educational curricula
• Research learning needs and design learning objectives
• Evaluate curriculum effectiveness

Entry route

Typically requires a relevant qualification such as a degree or postgraduate diploma in education or a related field, as well as some experience in curriculum design or development.

How the Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning maps to this role

The Level 6 Diploma in Teaching and Learning is a UK-regulated qualification at RQF Level 6, awarded by OTHM. For someone targeting Curriculum Developer roles, it provides the formal recognition employers expect plus the applied skills the role demands — delivered 100% online while you continue working.

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