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Postgraduate Certificate in Education PGCE (Top Up) at Kingston University - UCAS

Kingston University

Degree level: Postgraduate

Postgraduate Certificate in Education PGCE (Top Up) (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Reasons to choose Kingston

  • This course is for practising teachers who have achieved QTS through a range of routes, including the School Direct Programme.
  • It is designed to fit alongside your teaching commitments allowing you to combine work and study. Taught sessions are delivered through a blended learning approach which includes six teaching days on Saturdays.
  • You will use technology-enhanced learning opportunities for collaboration and networking with other students on the course.
About this course The PGCE Top Up has been carefully designed to meet your needs as a teacher and classroom practitioner. You will already have QTS and will be looking to develop further your professional career. This course will develop your skills and knowledge, support your progress towards leadership and provide a foundation for further study. You will reflect on your role as a teacher and critically examine how education and teaching policy and practice affect your classroom experience and practice. The course consists of two masters level modules which combine private study, face-to-face and ‘live’ online learning. You will develop your critical evaluation skills and explore current issues in teaching and learning. Example modules
  • The Reflective Teacher
  • Perspectives on Policy, Practice and Professionalism for Teacher
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.

Modules

Example modules: The Reflective Teacher; Perspectives on Policy, Practice and Professionalism for Teachers. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.

Assessment method

Assessment typically comprises of essays, online discussions and reflective tasks. The approximate percentage for how you will be assessed on this course is as follows: 100% coursework

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have a first degree usually with a minimum 2.2 classification from a UK university or equivalent. It is expected that applicants will be working in a school or similar setting while enrolled on the course. If this will not be the case please contact us via email at the address below. You must have QTS achieved through a BA, the GTP or a School Direct programme and have an assessed professional portfolio as part of this. You must be able to provide: evidence of your QTS; a letter of support for your application from your current headteacher or a senior member of teaching staff; and an academic reference supporting your application. You should be able to provide evidence of your QTS portfolio. If this is not available, you may be asked to attend an interview. Please note, if you are considering working in a country other than England, please ensure that you are familiar with the local requirements for registering/working as a teacher.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £3000 Whole course
Northern Ireland £3000 Whole course
Scotland £3000 Whole course
Wales £3000 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Postgraduate Certificate in Education PGCE (Top Up) at Kingston University - UCAS