PG Cert Digital Teaching and Learning at University of Derby

Programme overview

Build practical expertise in online teaching, inclusive digital learning and curriculum design through a flexible, fully online postgraduate qualification. Whether you are an experienced educator looking to enhance your digital practice, or new to teaching and seeking to enter the field of digital and hybrid education, this programme will support you to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to design effective and engaging learning experiences.

Department: Education | Duration: Part-time: 1 year | Study mode: online (part-time) | Intake: September, January, May | Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Postgraduate Certificate core modules: Effective Digital and Hybrid Teaching and Learning, Inclusive Digital and Hybrid Teaching, Digital and Hybrid Curriculum Design and Development.

Career pathways

Digital, online and hybrid learning continues to expand across schools, colleges, universities, workplace learning and community education settings. As organisations invest in flexible and technology-enhanced approaches to learning, demand is growing for professionals who can design, deliver and evaluate high-quality digital learning experiences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should normally hold a good honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent qualification in line with University of Derby admissions criteria.; You will be asked to provide a CV outlining your academic and professional experience. In some cases, applicants may be invited to interview.; Applicants with substantial relevant professional experience may also be considered where they can demonstrate readiness for postgraduate Level 7 study.; For entry at Postgraduate Certificate level, equivalent experience and achievement may be considered for applicants with non-standard qualifications. Evidence of equivalence of knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to a first degree are required.; English language qualifications; If English is not your first language, or you have not successfully completed your highest level of qualification in English, you will need an English language qualification equivalent to a minimum IELTS (International English Language Testing System) average score of 6.5 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 2,640 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

International applicants: GBP 2,640 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total course fee for online study; same fee for UK/EU/international students Source

Intake: September, January, May

Duration: Part-time: 1 year

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