PGCE Primary 5-11 (with iQTS) at University of Warwick

Programme overview

A one-year, 90-credit postgraduate teacher training course delivered by distance learning for people teaching outside mainland England, leading to International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) and master's level credits. It blends online and school-based learning and covers the iQTS Core Content Framework for the primary phase (ages 3-7 or 5-11).

Department: Centre for Teacher Education (CTE) | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: August 2026 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Live online sessions run through the year alongside a self-sourced 120-day placement in an international school and four Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP) opportunities. Assessment is by master's level assignments and against the International Teachers' Standards. There are no optional modules.

Career pathways

Graduates gain 90 master's level credits that fast-track them to stage two of the Centre for Teacher Education's master's degree, and are recommended for QTS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Approved bachelor's degree with honours at 2:2 or above (or equivalent). At least grade C or 4 in GCSE Maths and in GCSE Science (or equivalent). A self-sourced 120-day placement in an international school confirmed by the school. English language: IELTS overall 6.5 with no component below 6.0 (Band A). One academic reference is typically requested. Applications are by invitation; formal Stage 2 applications planned to close July 2026.

Intake: August 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time

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