Higher and Professional Education PgCert
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
This award is for lecturers/trainers delivering higher or professional education and is accredited by the Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA) Opportunity to explore education practice with educators from a broad range of higher and professional backgrounds Accessible and convenient learning with our online learning Education specialists This award has been purposely designed for staff who work within a higher or professional education context in order to respond to the challenges and opportunities presented to student learning within this sector. The overall aim of the PgCHPE award is to provide a framework for the initial and continuing professional development of academic staff in higher and professional education. The PGCHPE is designed to encourage participants to critically evaluate your own approach to teaching within your discipline area, supporting student learning and contributing to development across their Higher Education Provider (HEP) or Professional Training Organisation.
The PgCHPE therefore aims to:
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA)
- Designed for lecturers and trainers in higher or professional education
- Learn alongside educators from a broad range of professional backgrounds
- Delivered through accessible, convenient online distance learning
- Critically evaluate your own teaching approach within your discipline
- Framework for initial and continuing professional development of academic staff
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS average is 6.5. International entry requirements For international students, the expected IELTS average is 6.5
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
25% on tuition fees compared to other universities, making your postgraduate degree a smart investment.
PGCE Bursary
The PGCE Bursary comprises six awards of £500 each.
Up to £500
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer
- Senior lecturer
- Professional trainer
- Learning and teaching developer
- Academic developer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £3,630 per course | International: £3,630 per 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 Staffordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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