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Kingston University: Postgraduate Certificate in Education PGCE (Top Up)

Institution Kingston University View institution profile
Department Education
Web www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate
Email education-admissions@kingston.ac.uk
Telephone 020 8547 8145
Study type Taught

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.

Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE

Overview

Our new Town House Strategy will transform our students’ education. It will create a culture of high performance  

that is inclusive, innovative, ambitious and enterprising. 

Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies and give you the opportunity to engage with industry experts. You will be taught by lecturers working as professionals in their field of expertise, including many who conduct world-leading research and have received prestigious awards. Many of our postgraduate courses offer a work placement, allowing you to gain essential experience relevant to your studies. 

Above all, alongside our teaching and research credentials, we are known …

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