Course summary
Do you want to develop in your current teaching role? Are you looking for innovative ways to get ahead? Why not try our short PG Certificate Education (Educational Practice)*? This programme will give you a chance to understand theories of learning, philosophy and education led by expert tutors. Working alongside fellow teaching professionals, this course examines professional practice in higher education. It enables you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to engage in a range of practices to ensure ongoing professional development, including critical reflection, research and enquiry, and participation in discourse with relevant communities of practice. Throughout this course, you’ll explore a broad range of topics including: an introductory overview of the historical and philosophical context in which educational practice sits learning the fundamental principles of assessment and key issues in contemporary educational assessment practice the theory and practice of Technology Enhanced Learning (TEL) developing your skills as reflective professional practitioners learning pedagogical strategies Once you have completed our PG Certificate Education (Educational Practice) you have the option to progress onto our PG Dip Education or our full Masters programme. *Please note that PG Cert Education (Educational Practice) is not an equivalent to a PGCE qualification, which is a teacher training qualification in the UK.
Modules
The PG Cert Education (Educational Practice) is made up of the following modules and, upon completion, is equal to a total of 60 credits at Level 7. Level 7 modules: Philosophy of Education and Theories of Learning & Teaching (20 credits)* Delivering Effective Teaching and Learning (20 credits)* Introduction to Educational Assessment (10 credits) Using Technology in Teaching, Learning and Assessment (10 credits) *Core module (must be passed in order to achieve the award) Upon completion of your PG Cert Education (Educational Practice) we offer the opportunity for you to progress on to study for a PG Dip Education (120 credits) or our full Master of Education (M.Ed.) (180 credits).
Assessment method
Teaching methods Studying online gives you the freedom to study when and where it suits you – at home, during your lunch hour or anywhere else you have internet access. Our courses are delivered through a virtual learning environment (VLE) instead of a traditional campus. This means you will have access to your study materials 24/7, including: multimedia lecturecasts made up of written content, short videos, animation, audio recordings, infographics, short tests and mini-assignments discussion forums for you to chat about the course content with fellow students live Q&A sessions with your tutors a comprehensive eLibrary of textbooks and academic journals support from academic staff and your Student Support team To ensure you receive the support you need from your tutor, we cap our class sizes at 20 students. Assessment methods Rather than fretting about exams, you will be assessed exclusively through assignments. This can be by engaging in discussion forums throughout your modules, completing reflective journal entries, or by submitting longer written pieces. We are committed to providing frequent and transparent feedback through the following ways: Our assessment criteria are designed to be simple and transparent. You will always be aware of your current provisional grade, right from the start of the programme. You will be able to view your marks clearly in your gradebook whenever you log onto the learning platform. There is a 7-day turnaround for marking and feedback of assessed work. You will have regular contact with your Student Support team, with whom you can discuss any concerns as soon as they arise. Study duration Our PG Cert Education (Educational Practice) has an indicative study duration of 8 months, which is a guide to how long your course will take to complete. The actual duration may be longer or shorter depending on your speed of study, study options chosen and module availability. It’s possible to complete your studies faster than the indicative course duration by doubling up on modules at certain times; however, minimum study durations do apply. Our academic year is organised into modules, typically with a one- or two-week break between modules and a structured three-week break for the Christmas period. Students will receive a course timetable during the application process. All of our courses have regular start dates throughout the year. On successful completion of your course, you will be invited to attend a graduation ceremony at the University of Essex, Colchester Campus.
Entry requirements
We know that many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses! That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You will also need to meet our English language requirements. Additionally, you will need to pass your first assignment set within your two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies. Academic entry route In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Cert Education (Educational Practice), you must have the following qualifications as a minimum: an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification Work experience entry route In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements for our PG Cert Education (Educational Practice), you must meet the following criteria: at least two years’ teaching experience in a post-compulsory educational setting English Language Requirements As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency with English is required. If English is not your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this 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 .
Additional fee information
Fees for the 25/26 cycle are yet to be confirmed.
Provider information
University of Essex Online
West One
114 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 1BA