Professional Graduate Certificate in Education at Undergraduate level - Post-Compulsory Education and Training (PCET) (PGCE (Professional, level 6) & (Postgraduate, level 7))
n/a (Full-time) / 2 years (Part-time) / n/a (Distance / E-Learning)
Please note: This course is not suitable for those wishing to teach in primary and secondary schools
Course Aims
To offer knowledge and expertise for careers in teaching in further, adult and nursing education, and vocational training in industry, commerce and other professions.
Special Features
- Endorsed by Lifelong Learning
- The School offers long established (over 30 years) University-based Teacher Training courses in Post-Compulsory Education & Training.
- The
Course Description
Part-time students should have access to and be able to arrange 120 teaching hours over a period of 2 years. Attendance at University will be required from 3pm to 8pm each Wednesday.
The aim of the programme is to enable you to explore, build on and further develop the professional skills needed for successful teaching and training in post-compulsory education. In achieving this aim, the course draws upon and works around the professional experiences of our respective course members.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must be actively involved in training or education as a work role or in a voluntary capacity.
PGCE Undergraduate (Level 6) applicants should possess a professional qualification together with relevant professional experience.
PGCE Masters (Level 7) applicants should possess a 2.2 or above degree (or equivalent). Students that already hold a degree on entry to the part-time programme may enrol for study at Level 6 or Level 7.
Please note: It is desirable that all applicants should have Maths at GCSE grade C (and above, or equivalent access qualifications at Level 2) on entry to the programmes.
In line with Cardiff University’s English Language Policy all UK applicants are required to hold GCSE English (or equivalent) at grade C or above. Applicants whose first language is not English must obtain a British Council IELTS score of at least 6.5 or equivalent prior to commencement of the course.
Note: International students pursuing part-time programmes of study are not eligible for Tier 4 (General Student) visas and must have alternative leave to remain in the UK if they intend to study at the University in person.
Tuition Fees:
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International Part Time for 2013/14
£6,350.00
UK/EU fees are yet to be confirmed.
Next intake: September each year
School Contact
Name: Hannah Jenkins
Telephone: +44 (0)29 2087 4021
Fax: +44 (0)29 2087 4175
Email: pgce@cardiff.ac.uk
