PG Dip Education at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Whether you are new to teaching or are an experienced teacher working in an Early Years, Primary or Secondary setting, our PG Dip in Education offers the opportunity to develop and enhance your professional skills and understanding of contemporary Education.

Duration: 1 year - for those with a PGCE; 2 years - for those without a PGCE | Study mode: online | Intake: January 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

If you are joining with a PGCE qualification, you’ll study two modules over one year: The Evidence-based Practitioner and Specialist Studies in Learning and Teaching. These will help you to refine your approach to teaching and improvement through reflection, as well as looking at a particular area of improvement in your teaching environment. Year 1: The Evidence-Based Practitioner, Specialist Studies in Learning and Teaching.

Career pathways

The PG Dip is directly related to employment as a teacher in an Early Years, Primary or Secondary education setting. It is widely recognised within the teaching profession as an additional academic qualification and provides a progression route from a PGCE qualification.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants to this course must: Hold an undergraduate degree or UK equivalent GCSE in English and Mathematics at grade 4 or above (or demonstrate qualifications at an equivalent level). IELTS score of 6 or higher (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. Must demonstrate they regularly undertake teaching practice either as a full or part time employed serving teacher in a Primary or Secondary school or are undertaking Initial Teacher Training. Must be supported by their employer or ITT provider to use evidence from their practice on this course (e.g. observation feedback).

GBP 3,150 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: Students starting 2027/28 (per year) Source

Intake: January 2027

Duration: 1 year - for those with a PGCE; 2 years - for those without a PGCE

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=P1085

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