Program Overview

Please note: Due to limited places, this course is now closed for applications.

The DfE has appointed University of Derby as an accredited provider for the new International Postgraduate Certificate of Education (with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme / qualification pilot year. iQTS is recognised as equivalent to English QTS by DfE, meaning that anyone who is awarded the iQTS qualification by an accredited ITT provider, will be eligible to apply for professional QTS status through the DfE.

The highlights

• Course seeks to develop outstanding teachers within primary education who are resilient and reflective classroom practitioners
• Study routes covers from English Early Years Foundation to Key Stage 2 (ages 3-11)
• Flexible teaching qualification that addresses complex global education issues
• Creates teachers who are critical thinkers, able to question global, political and educational ideologies
• Societal justice and inclusive practice are key drivers behind this course