Post-14 Further Education and Skills
University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom
Course overview
• Study on a course rated ‘outstanding' by Ofsted for its high standard of training and assessment • Improve your career and promotion prospects: we have an excellent track record for helping students progress to employment, more senior roles or masters level study • Develop your skills through an exciting combination of practical teaching experiences, theoretical learning and discussions • Choose a flexible PGCE route to suit you: study on a full-time basis at the University or on a part-time basis at one of our partner colleges in the wider community • Learn from a dynamic teaching team with an excellent reputation for the quality of their training and the impact of their research • 100% overall satisfaction - Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2025
Key highlights
- Rated outstanding by Ofsted for training and assessment quality
- Combines practical teaching experience with theoretical learning and discussion
- Part-time study available at partner colleges in the community
- Taught by a team known for training quality and research impact
- 100% overall satisfaction in the PTES 2025
- Strong track record of progression to employment and senior roles
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: interview — Copies can be accepted but all relevant qualifications will need to be verified in person either at interview or at enrolment or a set date that will be confirmed once enrolment has been completed
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Further education lecturer
- Post-16 teacher
- Vocational skills trainer
- Adult education tutor
- Apprenticeship training coordinator
- Curriculum leader in further education
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 for the full course*
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 Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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