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A Collaboration Between UNamur, Hénallux, and IFEC Image Image Image Since September 2022, Hénallux and UNamur have been collaborating with IFEC (Institut de Formation de l’Enseignement Catholique) with the goal of raising awareness and training secondary education professionals in differentiated instruction, as advocated in the Pact for Educational Excellence. To this end, various approaches have been designed and implemented: professional development days in schools, follow-up visits to schools that request them, training programs for teachers serving as differentiation liaisons, and training programs for CSA (support and guidance counselors).The agreement is coordinated by Sandrine Biémar (UNamur) and Alain Bultot (Hénallux), and the research team consists of Anne-Catherine Dessy (Hénallux), Anne Libert (UNamur), Virginie Meyer (UNamur), and Sylvie Van der Linden (Hénallux).  Background This collaborative research is part of a broader project focused on differentiated instruction, which encompasses several tracks with different objectives and target audiences. These include, in particular, professional development programs in schools; training for lead teachers designed to equip them to facilitate the development of differentiated instruction practices in their schools; training for all IFEC CSA staff, as well as regular meetings with IFEC’s in-house trainers interested in this topic. Collaborative research is part of this ongoing effort, in which each track feeds into the others. It aims to anchor the discussion of differentiation in classroom practices through a mutual enrichment of theory and practice. In practice School Tours: Teacher training and follow-up sessions lasting from one to several days CSA Program: A 4-day training session for all CSAs and the IFEC Recommended itineraries: 4-day training program to form pairs of school liaisons, plus 1 day Trainer Training Programs: community of practice with in-house trainers; differentiation at IFEC Collaborative Research Track: Supporting teachers over the course of a school year in implementing differentiated instruction The Objectives Empower teachers by mobilizing and interpreting objective data collected in the field.Collaborative research is built through negotiation between participants and researchers. Therefore, each stage of the research is developed jointly to align as closely as possible with the concerns and challenges related to differentiated instruction that arise in each participant’s specific context.For example, the research question and sub-questions are co-formulated to best address the concerns and challenges in the field regarding the impact of a differentiated teaching approach on students’ motivation and autonomy. Methodology This research is inspired by the protocol developed by Schildkamp (2018, 2019) within the “Data TEAMS.” It aims to develop and promote teachers’ agency through decision-making based on data collection and the evaluation of classroom practices.The data generated by this research project will inform reference and training programs. In addition, data and outputs from this collaborative research will also be shared with colleagues and organizations representing various stakeholders (schools, CSA). Want to participate? We are looking for pairs of teachers from the same school, which will help facilitate the implementation of the process within each participating school. The TopicDeveloping and adjusting differentiation strategies based on classroom data.ObjectivesUnderstanding and Taking ActionUnderstand, through the analysis of available classroom data and the exchange of practices among professionals, the effects of a differentiated teaching approach on students’ motivation and autonomy.To objectify one’s intuition in order to act effectively.Format7 sessions throughout the year at the Salle des Pros (7 Rue Godefroid—in downtown Namur)Why participate?To enrich research by drawing on real-world classroom practices.To enhance your teaching practices with the guidance of researcher-trainers.To meet other teachers who share your concerns. Contacts For more information, please feel free to contact the research teamAnne-Catherine Dessy: anne-catherine.dessy@henallux.be Virginie Meyer: virginie.meyer@unamur.beSylvie Van der Linden: sylvie.vanderlinden@henallux.be Project Coordinator Sandrine Biémar: sandrine.biemar@unamur.be 

Are you a professor, teaching assistant, or education professional looking to change the way you teach, modify your assessment methods, find new ways to motivate your students, revitalize your teaching practice, or receive support for an inspiring project? The PUNCh team is here to support and advise you on making pedagogical changes to your teaching and assessment practices. The goal? To inspire and support teachers in their innovative teaching approaches. 

September 14, 2026 What's on the agenda for everyone9:00 a.m. | Welcome at Pedro Arrupe (Rue de Bruxelles, 67 - 5000 Namur).11:00 a.m. | Back-to-school celebration at Saint-Aubain Cathedral (Place Saint-Aubain - 5000 Namur), followed by a welcome for students by the student clubs. MSFE (Master's Degree in Teacher Education) September 15 Orientation Session: 6:10 p.m. to 7:10 p.m., at the B&LC, MEUSE Room, 5 Rue Godefroid, 5000 Namur. Anyone interested in the program—whether currently registering or already enrolled—is welcome to attend. The MSFE is a 60-credit program offered on a staggered schedule, primarily on Tuesdays and Thursdays (evenings) and all day on Saturdays. This specialized master’s degree is specifically aimed at future (or current) faculty members at universities and higher education institutions for the arts who are responsible for course units related to didactics, pedagogy, and training through practice in master’s programs in education (Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, who must obtain this degree within six years of their first appointment to a position for which this master’s degree is required. It will also be of interest, as part of their professional development, to all teacher educators in continuing education, whether they work within inter-network continuing education organizations or networks, or as independent professionals.For more information about the program Schedule: available at https://horaires.unamur.be, under the Student tab / Faculty of Education / MSFE Contact: gaelle.chapelle@unamur.be and secretariat.fasef@unamur.be  CAPAES September 15 Orientation Session: 7:10 p.m. to 10:10 p.m., at the B&LC, SAMBRE Room, 5 Rue Godefroid, 5000 Namur. The CAPAES program is held on a staggered schedule on Tuesdays and Thursdays (in the evening). The CAPAES program is intended exclusively for teachers currently employed at a teacher training college or in adult education who need to obtain a teaching credential appropriate for higher education. For more information on the program Schedule: available at https://horaires.unamur.be, under the Student tab / Faculty of Educational Sciences / CAPAES Contact: gaelle.chapelle@unamur.be and secretariat.fasef@unamur.be  MAPEMASS (Master’s Degree in Professional Support) Information SessionOn Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., an information session will be held to present the program, its objectives, and its structure.You can attend either in person at the FaSEF offices, located at 14 Place Saint-Aubain in Namur, or remotely via this link: click here to join the meeting.Orientation SessionThe orientation session will be held on Thursday, September 10, from 6:10 p.m. to 9:10 p.m. in Room L33 (3rd floor of the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters building, 1 rue Joseph Grafé, 5000 – Namur).Students who are currently enrolling or are already enrolled are welcome to attend.Please note that the Registration Office will be available from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the same room to assist (prospective) MAPEMASS students who may encounter difficulties with the registration process.Additional InformationMAPEMASS is a 60-credit program offered on a flexible schedule, primarily on Tuesdays and Thursdays (in the evening) and all day on Saturdays.It offers a unique training program and aims to provide trainers, team leaders, counselors, HR managers, and others with the skills to support their teams and the professionals within them.All information about the programSchedule: available at https://horaires.unamur.be, under the Student tab > Faculty of Education Sciences > MAPEMASSContact: secretariat.fasef@unamur.be Master's Degrees in Education (Sections 4 and 5) (date to be confirmed) September 14 from 12:40 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., room BN141.   And before school starts? Give yourself the best possible chance—enroll in preparatory courses!Preparatory courses allow you to get a taste of university-level education by reviewing the subjects essential to your future program of study.Designed exclusively for students graduating in 2026, these preparatory courses—scheduled between mid-August and early September—are tailored to each university program.Learn more about the schedules for the different sessions and register for the preparatory courses...  To make the most of your first semester at the university, be sure to attend the orientation days!The orientation days will take place on September 10 and 11, 2026.On the agenda: a tour of the campus and the city, a student housing fair (KàPs), themed workshops (student rights, digital tools, budgeting, student engagement, sports, and more), a barbecue, and a super-enthusiastic team ready to help you discover life on campus!Thursday, September 10: 7:30 a.m. – Student check-in; 8:30 a.m.–12:40 p.m. - Workshops for students; 12:40 p.m. – Lunch – Barbecue available by registration (€3.60 per sausage sandwich / falafel sandwich) and a bar run by the AGE; 2:00–6:00 p.m. - Project-based student housing fair; 8:30 p.m.–1:00 a.m. – Bunker reserved for first-year studentsFriday, the 11th: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. - Workshops for students; 12:30 p.m. - Lunch; 2:00 p.m. - Depending on the faculty: organized by the faculty or open to all.Reserved for new students - Information will be sent after registration at UNamur.   

Are you considering dropping out of school? Are you wondering about your direction? Do you have a tendency to drop out of your studies? Are you thinking of giving up? The ReBOND course uses the second semester to help you rebuild your career plan. Don't hesitate to contact the reorientation advisor at the University of Namur!

Being a student is quite a job, requiring a varied range of skills! Once every four months, the University of Namur offers its MOOC (free online course) "Aim for success: become a super student" to prepare you for higher studies and perfect your study methods.Become a super student!

Which track should you choose based on your profile? Are you interested in teaching biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, or economics in grades 4, 5, and 6 of secondary school?There are two possible paths depending on your degree: Do you have a bachelor’s degree in one of these disciplines (or a related field)?UNamur offers the Master’s in Education, Track 4 (120 credits), a comprehensive program designed to train you in the many facets of the teaching profession. Do you already hold a master’s degree in one of these disciplines (or a related field)?UNamur offers the Master’s in Education, Track 5 (60 credits), a specialized program that allows you to leverage your subject-area expertise in the classroom. Information Session Watch the video below to view a replay of our latest information session: Click here to join the information session 120-credit Master's Programs in Education, Section 4 Do you hold a subject-specific bachelor’s degree and wish to train to teach at the upper secondary level?UNamur offers 120-credit master’s programs in education (Section 4) in several fields, allowing you to supplement your subject-specific degree with teacher training. UNamur is the lead institution for these programs, which are offered as joint degree programs with Hénallux. The Master’s in Music Education (Section 4) is also offered as a joint degree program with IMEP. SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Biology See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Chemistry See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Mathematics See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Physics See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Economics See content SVG Music (staggered schedule) See content The Masters 60 in Education, Section 5 Do you hold a subject-specific master’s degree and want to train to teach in upper secondary school?UNamur offers 60-credit master’s programs in Section 5 teaching in several fields, providing training in pedagogy and applied didactics. UNamur is the lead institution for these programs, which are offered as joint degree programs with Hénallux. The Master’s in Music Education (Section 5) is also offered as a joint degree program with IMEP. SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Biology See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Chemistry See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Mathematics See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Physics See content SVG .cls-1 { fill: #323232; stroke-width: 0px; } Economics See content SVG Music See content The Benefits of These Programs teacher training grounded in real-world needs and taking into account the realities of the teaching profession, a curriculum with a stronger focus on pedagogy and teacher training an emphasis on hands-on training throughout the training a reflective approach to expand your opportunities throughout your career an opportunity to enroll in the specialized master's program in teacher education required for permanent appointment at a college or university  a training program with a flexible schedule to meet the needs of working students Learn more about the FIE Learn more Contact Nathanaël Laurent Academic Coordinator for the Master's Programs in Education, Sections 4 and 5 nathanael.laurent@unamur.be

What's on the agenda for everyone 9:00 a.m. | Welcome reception at the Pedro Arrupe, Rue de Bruxelles 67, 5000 Namur9:30 a.m. | Ceremony at the Espace Pedro Arrupe 11:00 a.m. | Back-to-School Celebration at Saint-Loup Church—to be confirmed, Rue du Collège, 5000 Namur—followed by a welcome for students by the student clubs.Other specific activities for this day are available on each faculty’s webpage. More information on the Back-to-School page

The days when people chose a career once and for all and when experience alone was enough to climb the career ladder seem to be over. Nowadays, lifelong learning has almost become the norm. “There is clearly a trend in this direction, particularly in the context of automation and artificial intelligence, which makes acquiring new skills all the more important,” says Michel Ajzen, a professor in the Management Department at the Faculty of Economics, Management, and Communication at SciencePo, UNamur, and a member of the Namur Digital Institute. “And it’s not a generational issue: whether you’re 30, 40, or 50, this need exists.” 

Take part in our open morning Given the works in the rue de Bruxelles and the renovation of part of the University parking lots, we invite you to use public transport whenever possible (train or bus) to reach Namur. UNamur boasts an ideal location, in the heart of the city just a five-minute walk from the TEC and SNCB train stations.If you're coming by car, take a look at the parking map provided. Look forward to seeing you on Saturday, June 29!

Trust of traditional political institutions and elected representatives, rise of authoritarian logics, definition of public services... Democracy today seems to be going through a turbulent zone. What role does the university play in this context? To shed light on this question, we interviewed four researchers from different disciplines: educationalist Sephora Boucenna, philosopher Louis Carré, political scientist Vincent Jacquet and legal scholar Aline Nardi. Their contrasting views sketch out the contours of an issue that is more topical than ever: thinking about and defending the link between university and democracy.

To mark International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, we invite you to discover the portraits of seven inspiring women from the university's seven faculties. Throughout March, a series of portraits of women from the university will be on display in various areas of the campus. Conceived and produced by four UNamur students and coordinated by the University Community Life Service (VéCU), this project offers an inspiring showcase for the careers, voices, and commitments of these women who bring the institution to life on a daily basis.