Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PGCLTHE) at University of Worcester

Programme overview

The PGCLTHE is a part-time, work-based postgraduate certificate for people working in higher education. It develops knowledge, understanding and capabilities in learning, teaching, assessment and academic practice, and can be studied alongside a day job. Completion confers Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) through Advance HE accreditation.

Duration: Part time (three modules; total length not stated) | Intake: January and September (September entry only for applicants granted Recognition of Prior Learning); teaching starts late September and mid-January | Study mode: full-time | Location: Worcester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three modules: LTHE4441 Supporting Student Learning (15 credits), LTHE4442 Learning, Teaching and Assessment in Higher Education (15 credits) and LTHE4443 Introduction to Academic Practice (30 credits). Assessment is 100% coursework, including a reflective portfolio, authentic assessment, group work and a research project, with at least three teaching observations.

Career pathways

The course develops professional values and reflective, scholarly teaching practice for those teaching or supporting learning in higher education. Module 1 confers Associate Fellowship (AFHEA) and the full course confers Fellowship (FHEA) of the Higher Education Academy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will normally have the following: A first or second-class Honours Degree Current and ongoing experience of supporting the learning of HE students Current experience, or anticipated experience during the period of the programme, of curriculum and assessment design at HE level Prior experience is valued on the PGCLTHE. Those course members who have the equivalent of three years of full-time experience in a related educational setting can claim accreditation of prior learning against a module towards the certificate. Other information If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email [email protected] for advice. Any potential course participant may discuss informally their application with the Course Leader, Dr Ellie Hill who can be contacted by email: [email protected]

Intake: January and September (September entry only for applicants granted Recognition of Prior Learning); t

Duration: Part time (three modules; total length not stated)

Apply through the official page: https://www.worcester.ac.uk/courses/learning-and-teaching-in-higher-education-pgclthe#how-to-apply

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