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an internationally recognised Masters level teacher professional development programme

this fully online course is ideal for teachers and teaching assistants currently working in international school settings

designed for those looking to advance their future career prospects and to improve their quality of teaching

explore key aspects of learning and teaching in the context of a 21st century multilingual and multicultural landscape

aimed at deepening your understanding of educational issues, our course will enable you to apply innovative pedagogical ideas with immediate classroom impact

develop your professional knowledge and skills by giving you an opportunity to conduct a small-scale action research project that will inform your own practice

the international PGCE is also known as the iPGCE, PGCEi, PGCiE and PGCE IDL

Why this course?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) or iPGCE is a fully online Masters level teacher professional development programme. Whether you're just starting out in your teaching career or are keen to take your skills to the next level, the iPGCE offers fantastic learning opportunities. You'll have the opportunity to apply what you learn from the iPGCE to your own classroom as well as the wider community.

This is ideal for teachers and teaching assistants working in international school or bilingual school settings. To study the iPGCE you must have secured a teaching post at a school before the programme start date and be able to demonstrate support from your own school. We have students on this programme currently working in international schools around the world: Spain, Germany, Portugal, Belgium, Italy, South Africa, UAE, Pakistan, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia.

The course aims to develop your professional knowledge and skills by linking current debates in education to your practice. You can choose a specialised area: Early Years, Primary Education, Secondary Education (subject-specific), according to your interests and experience.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) is delivered by our academic staff who bring a wide range of experience and expertise in education. Many are internationally recognised experts in educational research.

The programme also offers a route into a full Masters degree and a research-orientated career.