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Part Time
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Two Years
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Boston
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September 2022
Part Time
Two Years
Boston
September 2022
The Purpose of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education Post 14 (Education and Training) Level 7 is to develop outstanding teachers for the UK Further Education and Skills sector, as well as for Post-14 education in other domestic and international settings.
By completing the Postgraduate Certificate in Education Post 14 (Education and Training) you will achieve 60 credits at Level 7 which can support your progression onto a Master’s qualification.
Successful completion of this course qualifies you to apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status, which shows professionalism for post-14 education and training.
The Level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is taught over two years, where you will study the following modules.
During your first year you will study the following:
During your second year you will study the following:
Over both years you will work on the following module:
As the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Post 14 (Education and Training) is a professional programme, personal development planning is threaded throughout. You will be required to reflect on your own personal professional development and practice through work-based learning and assessment, creating your own e-portfolio. This e-portfolio is not only used as a vehicle for reflection and self-evaluation, but it encourages you to develop digital skills and a digital profile.
Within the programme PDP opportunities are incorporated in the following ways:
The entry requirements for the Level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is an undergraduate degree (minimum 2:2). You will also need to possess a minimum of Level 2 in English and maths, which is recognised by the Society for Education and Training’s (SET) list of approved qualifications for QTLS.
You will also be required to evidence 50 hours of full teaching per year. This needs to be within paid employment and not in a voluntary role.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) will take you two years to complete.
You will attend Boston College for 3 hours per week, Tuesday 5pm - 8pm, for a total of 35 weeks a year.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) will cost you £3200 per year, you may be eligible to apply to Student Finance England to cover you Tuition fees.
Fees may vary depending on personal circumstances, please enquire for further information.
The careers team based in College can also assist with your application. Please contact them via the Information Line on 01205 313218.
International and EU Students, please contact the International Office on +44 (0)1205 313212 or enquiry@boston.ac.uk for details on fees.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
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