PGCE (incorporating the Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills)) at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

A full-time postgraduate teacher training programme for those wishing to teach in further education colleges, adult and community education, work-based training and public sector organisations. Trainees spend at least two days a week on placement in a further education and skills setting alongside two days a week of on-campus study. The award incorporates the Diploma in Teaching (Further Education and Skills).

Faculty: School of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time (with placements) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Four 30-credit core modules: Learners, Learning and Teaching; Subject Specialist Teaching and Managing the Learning Environment; Teaching and the Curriculum; and Professional Practice, plus ten teaching observations.

Career pathways

Roles in further education colleges, adult and community education, work-based training and public sector organisations; many trainees find employment with placement organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant degree with honours or an equivalent professional qualification (other qualifications with substantial experience in an appropriate field may be considered); Maths and English at Level 2 or above. Entry is conditional on the University identifying a suitable placement and mentor. An interview is required (a first-stage interview with the teaching team, then a second with a subject specialist tutor from the placement college). Satisfactory enhanced DBS, Fit to Teach medical and three declaration forms are required. International applicants need IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in all four elements, or equivalent. Applications via DfE Apply; international applications deadline 31 May for September entry.

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

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year

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