Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Mentoring
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Mentoring is intended if you are a teacher based in a school and are interested in becoming a Teacher Mentor. The course will equip you with skills to mentor and support Master in Teaching and Learning (MTL) student-teachers during their field placement, and help them develop strategies for effective teaching that facilitates student learning and to adopt a reflective approach to teaching. This course will have a blended learning approach consisting of face-to-face lectures and seminars, online learning and a practicum. You will also be expected to engage in an amount of self-study in each module. The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Mentoring is intended if you are a teacher based in a school and are interested in becoming a Teacher Mentor. The course will equip you with skills to mentor and support Master in Teaching and Learning (MTL) student-teachers during their field placement, and help them develop strategies for effective teaching that facilitates student learning and to adopt a reflective approach to teaching. This course will have a blended learning approach consisting of face-to-face lectures and seminars, online learning and a practicum. You will also be expected to engage in an amount of self-study in each module.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate of this programme you will be able to apply for the role of school-based Teacher Mentor for MTL students in schools.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) LLI5007 Teacher Professional Learning 5 ECTS LLI5008 School-based Mentoring 5 ECTS LLI5009 Subject-based Pedagogy and Methodology 5 ECTS LLI5010 Practicum for School-based Mentoring 10 ECTS LLI5103 Co-Teaching 5 ECTS This programme of study is governed by the General Regulations for University Postgraduate Awards, 2021 and by the Bye-Laws for the award of Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Mentoring under the auspices of the Faculty of Education.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of: Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications the degree of Bachelor of Education (Honours) or a first cycle degree together with a Postgraduate Certificate in Education or a first cycle and/or second cycle degree or higher and a permanent teacher's warrant or any other recognised teaching qualification and a permanent teacher's warrant. In addition to the above, applicants shall be working and based in schools occupying a role with direct relevance to teaching and shall have a minimum of four year' teaching experience. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
€5,400 (Non-EU)
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 1 year
- Credits 30
