Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (Online) at Falmouth University

Programme overview

This online Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) is an internationally recognised qualification designed in consultation with education professionals and external bodies, to give you the skills to succeed in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. On this course you gain the expertise to support and enhance your work in digital and face-to-face teaching and learning contexts.

Duration: 1 year (part-time) | Study mode: online; part-time | Intake: January and September | Location: Falmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Across two modules you will investigate current theories, concepts and practices within higher education, and explore and develop the ways you support student learning in a variety of different learning environments. Modules include Supporting Student Learning, Developing Flexible Learning Environments.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked in HE as academic teaching staff at all levels and in a range of roles to support student learning. Other opportunities include the development and delivery of innovative new forms of HE provision.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applications are considered on an individual basis; applicants would normally be expected to hold an honours degree. Applicants submit a description of prior experience, motivations for studying and career aspirations, and are expected to be undertaking sufficient learner-facing teaching or student support activities in a Higher Education context during the course. Candidates without a degree or formal qualification are also encouraged to apply. English language: Equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.5 overall score, with at least 5.5 in Reading, Writing, and Listening, and a minimum of 6.0 in speaking.

GBP 3,394 for the whole programme (2026/27). total fee for September 2026 and January 2027 entry, including £250 acceptance fee Source

Intake: January and September

Duration: 1 year (part-time)

Apply through the official page: https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/study/online/postgraduate/postgraduate-certificate-higher-education-pgche

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