Further Education and Skills Cert Ed / PGCE
Nottingham Trent University
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Introduction:The Further Education and Skills sector plays a vital role in supporting diverse learners and can have a profound impact on the lives of students. This PGCE in Further Education and Skills will prepare you for a career in the sector by focusing on work-based learning in the local community. You’ll embark on a journey of self-discovery as you develop your professional identity as an educator – giving you the confidence you need to shape learning, teaching and education.Studying with ...Read more

Introduction:

The Further Education and Skills sector plays a vital role in supporting diverse learners and can have a profound impact on the lives of students. This PGCE in Further Education and Skills will prepare you for a career in the sector by focusing on work-based learning in the local community. You’ll embark on a journey of self-discovery as you develop your professional identity as an educator – giving you the confidence you need to shape learning, teaching and education.

Studying with NTU, you’ll cover key educational theories and get to grips with curriculum design and planning. You’ll gain the skills and hands-on experience to become a resilient and accomplished practitioner.

This course is designed for you if you are new to working as a practitioner in an educational setting. We’ll provide you with an exciting and rewarding placement opportunity where you’ll give real-life context to your learning as you carry out teaching practice alongside your studies.

Careers and employability

The PGCE Further Education and Skills course prepares you for a career teaching in the Further Education and Skills sector.

As well as roles based in further education colleges, sixth form centres, alternative provision, independent learning providers, you may also consider working in prison education or community centres.

This includes a range of diverse and rewarding employment opportunities, such as:

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Our award-winning Employability team is here to inspire and enhance your career planning, whichever path you choose. Whether you wish to go on to further study or to look for job opportunities, we can guide you to be a successful candidate.

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WUSCA ranking:
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16/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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33rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th

Modules

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Entry requirements

A UK honours degree, at a minimum Third Class; If your degree is in a subject other than your intended subject specialism, an A-level at grade C or equivalent in your intended subject specialism would be required.

Tuition fees

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£9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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Full time fee is £17,150 and it's a guide for part-time students.

£17,150 per year

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

NTU is one of the biggest and most popular universities in the UK offering a number of benefits for postgraduate...

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University Clifton Lane Nottingham NG11 8NS United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Beeston  0.7 miles away
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