PGCert Online Teaching at University of Southampton

Learn to teach and support learning in digital spaces with our fully online part-time PGCert in Online Teaching. This 1-year online teaching course helps you gain professional skills in designing and delivering virtual learning to students around the world. You’ll explore the full teaching and learning cycle – from identifying learner needs to planning and evaluating online education – and build confidence in using technology to teach creatively and inclusively.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Department: Education  |  Duration: 1 year part-time  |  Study mode: part-time online  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

PGCert Online Teaching comprises 4 taught modules, usually completed within one academic year as online study. A typical week would be approximately 5 hours of directed learning through our virtual learning environment, and webinars supplemented by your additional self-directed learning and reading. Your contact hours will vary depending on your module or option choices.

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