Program Overview

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Overview

The International Postgraduate Certificate in Education (iPGCE) is a global teacher education qualification for practitioners, with two or more years of teaching experience, who want to gain a recognised international qualification for teaching in an early years, primary, secondary or equivalent educational context. This online course is designed to develop teaching skills and knowledge when working with a diverse student body.

Course Details

School

• Education

Duration

• 1 years part-time

Start month

• January

Fees information

• For fee information related to this course, please see fees section below

What you should know about this course

• iPGCE is delivered online and models how teaching practice can integrate digital technology.
• The qualification is widely recognised as an international qualification for teaching excellence.
• Successful candidates can obtain 60 Master's credits that can be used within 3-5 years (subject to the institution’s RPL processes) towards a Master's in Education.
• Successful candidates who meet the criteria for Assessment Only Route to QTS can undertake this qualification.

Programme Leader

• Priti Chopra, International PGCE Programme Leader and Associate Professor

About the course team

• Principles of equitable practice and sustainable development underpin our approach to global teacher education.
• Our team has an extensive range of international expertise and experience of research rich practice across different education sectors.
• We are qualified teachers and teacher educators, working creatively and effectively, to engage all students in thriving on an empowered journey of learning.

Entry Requirements

UK citizens and permanent residents

• An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above.

International entry requirements

• The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
• For detailed information on the academic and English language requirements, please find your country in our directory.

Further information about entry

• Applicants will need to be teaching in an international school, this can be voluntary or paid but they will need to be working with an employer for the duration of a programme.

Available to overseas students?

• Yes

Can I use Prior Learning?

• Find out more on our Recognition of Prior Learning pages.

How you will learn

Teaching

• The iPGCE is a distance learning course that is delivered online.
• In a typical week, learning takes place through a combination of lectures and seminars.
• You will be able to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller group sessions.
• Contact hours may fall between 9am and 9pm, depending on your elective courses and tutorials.

Class sizes

• The typical student intake per year averages 20-30.

Independent learning

• Outside of timetabled sessions, you will need to dedicate time to self-study to prepare for coursework and assessments.
• Our online library resources and academic skills support will assist your further reading and research.
• You can also join a range of online student activities.

Overall workload

• Your overall workload consists of contact hours (lectures, seminars, etc), independent learning, and assessments.
• You should expect to spend at least eight hours a week studying outside of University attendance.

Assessment

• On the iPGCE, students are assessed in a variety of ways including group work, presentations, evaluation tasks, self-reflective essays and research study.
• All assessment is designed to enhance professional development and strengthen understanding of inclusive global education practice.

Feedback summary

• Information coming soon.

Dates and timetables

• Full teaching timetables are not usually available until term has started.

Fees and funding

• University is a great investment in your future.
• English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.

Fees information

Cohort	Full time	Part time	Distance learning
Home	N/A	N/A	£4,325
International	N/A	N/A	£4,325

Scholarships and bursaries

• We offer a wide range of financial help including scholarships and bursaries.

The Greenwich Bursary

• This bursary is worth £700 for new undergraduate students with a low household income, entering Year 0 or 1 who meet the eligibility criteria.

EU Bursary

• Following the UK's departure from the European Union, we are supporting new EU students by offering a substantial fee-reduction for studying.

Financial support

• We want your time at university to be enjoyable, rewarding, and free of unnecessary stress, so planning your finances before you come to university can help to reduce financial concerns.
• We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

Careers and placements

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

• This postgraduate award promotes career development, particularly in relation to pedagogical leadership in diverse international education settings.

Do you provide employability services?

• Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.

Support and advice

Academic skills and study support

• We want you to make the most of your time with us.
• You can access study skills support through your tutor, our subject librarians, and our online academic skills centre.

Support from the department

• We offer a well-developed personal tutoring system to support students individual needs.

Mode of study

• Select from the dropdown below.
• UK January 2025/26 (Part-time)

Course level

• Postgraduate - taught

UCAS code

Duration

• 1 years

Location

Apply now

• If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study full-time then you apply through the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS).
• If you are a UK student or have settled/pre-settled status (EU) and you want to study part-time then you can apply directly via our online application form.
• If you are from outside the UK, you can apply via UCAS, directly via our online application form or via one of our in-country representatives. If you require a student visa, you cannot study part-time at undergraduate level.