PGCert Higher Education at University of Greenwich

This is a distance learning programme designed to support staff in developing a critical, inquiry-based understanding of contemporary higher education pedagogy. This distance learning programme is designed for teaching staff at the University of Greenwich and collaborative partner institutions. It supports you in developing your teaching practice in flexible ways that fit around your professional commitments.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences  |  Department: Education  |  Duration: 8 months; distance learning  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme is designed in flexible ways that fit around your professional commitments. You will study as part of a supportive learning community, with opportunities to learn with colleagues across disciplines. The curriculum focuses on employability, real world problem solving, and student–staff wellbeing to support sustainable and impactful teaching practice. Digital platforms such as Moodle and Microsoft Teams are used to support learning and connection with colleagues and tutors.

Career pathways

The course provides a postgraduate certificate and a recognised fellowship for those teaching in higher education.

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