Coaching and Mentoring PGCert: Level 7
Course overview
The postgraduate course in Coaching and Mentoring in education aims to develop highly skilled, reflective practitioners who will become leaders in mentoring and coaching within educational contexts. Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, critical awareness, and practical skills needed to foster professional growth, improve teaching practices, and drive continuous improvement. The course also seeks to cultivate professionals who can critically appraise research, apply models of coaching and mentoring, and lead meaningful dialogues that enhance professional development in schools, colleges, and other educational environments.
Key highlights
- Develops reflective practitioners to lead coaching and mentoring in education
- Builds skills to foster professional growth and improve teaching practice
- Covers critical appraisal of research on coaching and mentoring
- Applies coaching and mentoring models in schools, colleges and beyond
- Prepares graduates to lead dialogues that enhance professional development
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — Home Students International Students 2:2 honours degree Applicants will work in a range of work environments.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
International Alumni Scholarship
Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.
Careers this course leads to
- Instructional coach
- Mentor lead in schools
- Professional development coordinator
- Teacher educator
- Head of teaching and learning
Cost of study
UK/Home: £3,030 for the full course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: TBC (2026/27) — More on International fees
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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