iQTS International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) at Canterbury Christ Church University

Programme overview

Gain a globally recognised teaching qualification with the International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS), designed for aspiring and experienced teachers who wish to teach in international contexts. This one-year postgraduate course mirrors the high standards of England’s Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) whilst allowing you to train and qualify in your own country. You can complete the iQTS through a placement with one of our international partner schools or with the full support of your current employer school.

Faculty: School of Social Work, Education, and Teacher Education | Department: Teaching, Education and Childhood | Duration: 1 year (Full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore how deep learning and reflective practice will enhance your development as an effective educator. Communicate across cultures and value diversity in beliefs, experiences, and educational practices.

Career pathways

The iQTS may enhance your promotion prospects and allow you to teach in other countries. On successful completion you will achieve iQTS and you will also be awarded QTS to teach in England with no further fees or further training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants would need to meet the following entry requirements: Hold a bachelor’s degree from a UK or non-UK institution of higher education, or an equivalent qualification. Have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 in the GCSE examination in the subject of mathematics. All who intend to train to teach pupils aged 5 to 11 additionally have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 in the GCSE examination in a science subject. To demonstrate proficiency in the English language, candidates will need to evidence an average IELTS score of 6.5 or higher (or equivalent score in another English language testing system), or to have completed some of their education in English, for example a degree studied in English. If you do not hold any of these qualifications, we can provide information on taking equivalent tests before starting the course. It is possible to complete iQTS in another subject to your first degree. Other entry requirements relate to professional practice as a teacher. These include providing references (one from your most recent employment), the capacity to meet the current professional standards for teaching and the physical and mental fitness to teach.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year (Full-time)

Apply through the official page: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/study-here/applying/applying-for-a-postgraduate-degree

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