Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Further Education and Training) at University of Greenwich

Programme overview

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) will support you in gaining skills to become a teacher in Further Education and Training (FET) sector. Our PGCE courses prepare you to teach in the Further Education (FE) sector, including FE colleges, sixth-form colleges, adult education, and training organisations. Designed for aspiring and current educators, the courses develop innovative FE teachers and future leaders who meet workforce needs and promote lifelong learning.

What you will study

Our highly qualified expert academics and FE specialists offer current insights into teaching and learning. You will be able to gain skills to manage diverse classrooms, apply theory to practice and adopt a teacher as researcher approach. Our course offers transition through the professional formation process leading to QTLS status. Full-time mode (pre-service) includes supervised teaching practice for aspiring FE teachers.

Career pathways

Graduates of this course can pursue a teaching career in the Further Education and Training sector. Currently 85% of trainees get employment from the placement setting where they train during their study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2.2 or above in a relevant subject; In addition, you will need: GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language at grade 4/C. Equivalent qualifications may be considered. Further information about entry: Interview and selection process: As part of your application, you will need to provide a suitable academic or professional reference, as well as, demonstrating an interest in, and understanding of, the course within your personal statement. If your application is successful you will be invited to attend an interview/selection day. Before attending an interview you will need to complete a suitability declaration form. For more information see our guidance on how to prepare. Additional requirements: Pass an Occupational Health check: An Occupational Health appointment will be arranged for you by the university during registration. This appointment is a mandatory part of your course. Pass an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.: Applicants who have resided outside the UK in the last five years will also need a Certificate of Good Conduct.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September; January

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.gre.ac.uk/study/apply/pg

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