Program Overview
The Educational Research and Innovation at Newcastle University is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Education over 9 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 Educational Research and Innovation 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: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 1,890 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Educational Research and Innovation 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
- Investigating Learning Processes
- Research in Practice
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An undergraduate degree and relevant professional experience in an educational context.
We don\'t need your employer\'s permission for entry to the course, but you should discuss the focus of your assignments (where necessary) with appropriate colleagues/line managers.
You will need to have current access to educational workplaces (eg through employment or educational consultancy), in order to develop opportunities for innovation.
International Students
To study this course you need to meet our Band 3 English Language requirements:
Direct Entry : IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,890 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,890 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Newcastle 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 Newcastle University
Newcastle University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Newcastle upon Tyne, which trades as Newcastle University, is a public research university based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It has overseas campuses in Singapore and...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 9 months