Certificate in Education / Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
The Certificate in Education and Professional Graduate Certificate in Education are professional qualifications for people teaching in further education colleges, sixth form colleges, schools, adult education, prison education, higher education, and a wide range of other education and training settings.
The courses are available to graduates and to non-graduates with appropriate vocational qualifications and can be studied pre-service (1 year full-time) or in-service (2 years part-time).
The pre-service course, one year full time, is offered at University of Suffolk at Suffolk New College and will benefit those who wish to obtain a teaching qualification before seeking employment. Attendance on the pre service course is required two days a week in college plus further days allocated for placement. Please note, placements for applicants in the pre-service route will be arranged by the university and any offer of a place will be conditional upon successful completion of an interview at the placement site.
The in-service course, two year part-time, is offered at University of Suffolk at Suffolk New College and will interest teachers and trainers who are already in full or part-time employment. Attendance on the in-service course is one morning (at Suffolk New College) per week. Please contact the Course Leader to confirm exact days and times.
The course is designed to develop a range of skills and knowledge required of a professional teacher in a post 16 environment. The course places a significant emphasis on participants developing the appropriate skills and knowledge they require to meet the needs of the learner. The fundamental principles of practice are underpinned by reference to theoretical perspectives, thus encouraging participants to effectively link theory to practice. Successful completion of the course is determined by continuous assessment.
Campus Information
Suffolk New College
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
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If you don’t have access to a smart device, let us know and we can call you or make alternative arrangements with you.
A variety of appointments are available depending on what you would like support with: Quick Queries, Application Support, Mock Interviews and Careers Guidance. Make an appointment. Please feel free to email us.
The Careers, Employability and Enterprise team helps students to explore, develop and shape their futures, the service is available to all current and prospective students, as well as to graduates of the University of Suffolk within three years of their graduation.
The commitment to careers and employability across the curriculum is an important characteristic of our courses and students are encouraged to get involved in exciting opportunities that can enhance employability.
If you are a graduate that has not previously accessed FutureMe and created your alumni account, or you have any problems logging in, please visit Alumni Access to FutureMe, or email the Careers team. There are also work experience opportunities for students with the Micro-Placement Scheme.
Students and alumni have access 24/7 to our interactive online career development learning platform, FutureMe.
We hold employer events, workshops and presentations which enable students and organisations to network.
Information about jobs, internships and graduate careers is also available through the Online Jobs Board, and on our social media accounts listed at the end of the page, check these useful career resources. If you want to know more about internships, take a look at the stories from our students and graduates that have completed internships and Micro-Placements and the Employability Skills Student Poster competition.
We are here to help, appointments are taking place via Microsoft Teams
Appointments are via Microsoft Teams, the app is free to download to any smart device
If you don’t have access to a smart device, let us know and we can call you or make alternative arrangements with you.
A variety of appointments are available depending on what you would like support with: Quick Queries, Application Support, Mock Interviews and Careers Guidance. Make an appointment. Please feel free to email us.
The Careers, Employability and Enterprise team helps students to explore, develop and shape their futures, the service is available to all current and prospective students, as well as to graduates of the University of Suffolk within three years of their graduation.
The commitment to careers and employability across the curriculum is an important characteristic of our courses and students are encouraged to get involved in exciting opportunities that can enhance employability.
If you are a graduate that has not previously accessed FutureMe and created your alumni account, or you have any problems logging in, please visit Alumni Access to FutureMe, or email the Careers team. There are also work experience opportunities for students with the Micro-Placement Scheme.
Students and alumni have access 24/7 to our interactive online career development learning platform, FutureMe.
We hold employer events, workshops and presentations which enable students and organisations to network.
Information about jobs, internships and graduate careers is also available through the Online Jobs Board, and on our social media accounts listed at the end of the page, check these useful career resources. If you want to know more about internships, take a look at the stories from our students and graduates that have completed internships and Micro-Placements and the Employability Skills Student Poster competition.
- Book a careers guidance appointment
- Are you a recent graduate?
- Micro-Placements Scheme
- Complete the FutureMe Award
- How can students and graduates benefit your organisation?
PSW Opportunity
2 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For entry onto a postgraduate course, applicants are required to have:
A good UK equivalent 3-year or 4 year bachelor's degree from a recognised university, with a minimum grade of 60%
Students without a prior degree may be considered on an individual basis depending on their level of experience and capabilities.
IELTS (Academic or UKVI): 6.5 overall, and a minimum of 5.5 in each component
Cambridge Assessment English: C1 Advanced Certificate in Advanced English minimum overall score of 180, no less than 162 in each component
Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): CEFR C1 Level
TESA (Test of English for Studies Abroad): 6.5 overall, and a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL IBT 93 overall with a minimum of 12 in reading, 11 in listening, 17 in speaking and 20 in writing
University of Suffolk Password Skills Test: 6.5/7.0 overall, and a minimum of 5.5 in each component
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
6870 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A