Program Overview
The Education and Training (PGCE PgDip PgCert Award) at Canterbury Christ Church University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Education over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Education and Training (PGCE PgDip PgCert Award) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, Dover, Broadstairs, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education and Training (PGCE PgDip PgCert Award) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Learning and Teaching
- Assessment
- Applying Theory to Practice
- Reflecting on Practice
- Curriculum
- Policy and Professional Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Those enrolling will normally possess at least a minimum Level 3 qualification in their own area of specialism. A teacher is expected to be vocationally qualified to a minimum of one level above that of the course they are teaching on.
- You\'ll need to demonstrate at interview your ability to benefit from the course and to meet the teaching requirement applicable to the course you\'ve chosen.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Canterbury Christ Church University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, United Kingdom
Canterbury Christ Church University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months