Education: PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) Secondary (including School Direct)
University of ChesterProgram Overview
The Education: PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) Secondary (including School Direct) at University of Chester is a Postgraduate Certificate 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: PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) Secondary (including School Direct) 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
- Tuition: GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Education: PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) Secondary (including School Direct) 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
- The Nature and Purpose of Learning and Teaching
- Understanding the Curriculum and its Development
- The Nature and Purpose of Assessment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 degree
- have relevant experience in state schools (minimum 10 days)have grade C in English Language and Mathshave to pass the NCTL skills tests in literacy and numeracy by June 2017
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Chester 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 University of Chester
University of Chester
Chester , Warrington, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
