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University of Bath: International Education
| Institution | University of Bath View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Education |
| Web | https://www.bath.ac.uk |
| pgtadmissions@bath.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 1225 38 5115 |
| Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Study education at an advanced level in an international context.
International education is becoming increasingly important for many national and international schools worldwide. If you are a teacher, lecturer, or leader in this field - or looking to take on such a role - our Postgraduate Certificate in International Education (PGCiE) course can provide you with essential skills and knowledge to boost your career.
You will study education at an advanced level in an international context with a focus on key issues that influence curricula across the planet. Throughout the course, you will explore current education topics and how to embed them positively within your professional practice.
**Gain key skills**
You will leave this course with:
- demonstratable analysis and critical thinking skills
- enhanced professional practice abilities
- a greater theoretical understanding of current educational issues
- an improved awareness of educational issues relating to sustainability and global citizenship
- greater knowledge of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), allowing you to better understand global challenges and how to address them through education
**Course structure**
This course lasts between 1 and 2 years, and requires you to complete 3 units. You must complete your units within 2 years of starting the course.
All units are self-led and online, meaning you can complete this course entirely through distance learning. This gives you the flexibility to study alongside other commitments. However, you will interact and collaborate with other students and tutors as you learn.
You will also receive support for your coursework assignments and have access to a wealth of online resources via the University library.
**Graduate prospects**
With an enhanced understanding of international education and related issues, and a specialist qualification in this field, you will be in a strong position to develop your career.
While this course does not lead to Qualified Teacher Status in the UK, a specialist postgraduate qualification in international education is regarded by many schools to be important for teaching or leading in an international context.
There is also the option to continue your studies with the part-time MA Education and a doctoral qualification, such as our part-time Doctor of Education (EdD).
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have: a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above, or a degree that is not a 2:1 or above (or international equivalent) plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in a relevant field or sector, or a teaching qualification (gained after at least the equivalent of 2 satisfactory years of higher education) plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in a relevant field or sector. Minimum non-graduate qualifications: an advanced diploma in education and at least 2 years of relevant experience or a teaching qualification (gained after at least the equivalent of 2 satisfactory years of higher education) and at least 2 years of relevant experience. We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree (for example, professional experience in education). If your first language is not English, but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK, you may be exempt from our English language requirements. |
| Location | Online Study Your home town or city University of Bath BA2 7AY |
Summary
Study education at an advanced level in an international context.
International education is becoming increasingly important for many national and international schools worldwide. If you are a teacher, lecturer, or leader in this field - or looking to take on such a role - our Postgraduate Certificate in International Education (PGCiE) course can provide you with essential skills and knowledge to boost your career.
You will study education at an advanced level in an international context with a focus on key issues that influence curricula across the planet. Throughout the course, you will explore current education topics and how to embed them positively within your professional practice.
**Gain key skills**
You will leave this course with:
- demonstratable analysis and critical thinking skills
- enhanced professional practice abilities
- a greater theoretical understanding of current educational issues
- an improved awareness of educational issues relating to sustainability and global citizenship
- greater knowledge of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), allowing you to better understand global challenges and how to address them through education
**Graduate prospects**
With an enhanced understanding of international education and related issues, and a specialist qualification in this field, you will be in a strong position to develop your career.
While this course does not lead to Qualified Teacher Status in the UK, a specialist postgraduate qualification in international education is regarded by many schools to be important for teaching or leading in an international context.
There is also the option to continue your studies with the part-time MA Education and a doctoral qualification, such as our part-time Doctor of Education (EdD).
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | British qualifications a degree that is not a 2:1 or above plus at least 2 years relevant experience in a relevant field or sector or a teaching qualification (gained after at least the equivalent of 2 satisfactory years of higher education) plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in a relevant field or sector or an advanced diploma in education and at least 2 years of relevant experience. If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements. For this course, alternative ways of demonstrating English language proficiency through professional experience may be available. For example, if you're a class teacher, teaching in English, on an International Baccalaureate programme or similar in a recognised English-medium international school (an IB World School) and you have been teaching in such a school for at least two years. If you think this might apply to you, please describe your experience clearly in your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Main Site Claverton Down Bath BA2 7AY |
Summary
**Give yourself an edge in international education by choosing this specialist qualification.**
With increasing numbers worldwide of international schools, and schools offering courses such as the International Baccalaureate, international education is an increasingly important phenomenon.
If you are a Teacher or leader in this field, or looking to take on such a role, this Postgraduate Certificate in International Education (PGCiE) will provide you with sought-after skills and knowledge to boost your career.
In studying this course, you will explore issues relating to education in an international context, considering what it means to offer an international curriculum, the concept of culture, and issues relating to international schools.
There’s then the option to explore curriculum issues in greater depth, or to focus more on understanding issues relating to learning in an international context.
The final unit encourages you to reflect on what you have studied so far, and how it relates to your own professional practice.
The Department of Education at Bath conducts research into international education, international schools and international curricula including the International Baccalaureate. You’ll be working with staff who are researchers themselves, who teach and supervise research on master’s courses and doctoral programmes, and who publish books and articles in this field.
We have strong links with international education organisations, including the International Baccalaureate and Fieldwork Education (developers of the International Primary Curriculum, International Middle Years Curriculum and International Early Years Curriculum).
**Flexible study options**
You can choose to study this course through:
- Summer School
- Study Centres
- Distance Learning
The units of the PGCiE are the same as those offered on our part-time MA Education course, and teaching groups may include those working towards the MA as well as those registered for the PGCiE qualification.
You can choose to complete the course entirely though Distance Learning. We recommend you attend at least one face-to-face unit, so that you can benefit from working with tutors and other students, if you are able.
You will receive online support for your coursework assignments and have access to a wealth of online resources via the University library.
**Career prospects**
With enhanced understanding of international education and related issues, and a specialist qualification in this field, you will be in a strong position to develop your career.
While this course does not lead to Qualified Teacher Status in the UK, a specialist postgraduate qualification in international education is regarded by many schools to be excellent support for teaching or leading in an international context.
There’s also the option to continue your studies to complete a master’s degree and/or doctoral qualification, such as our part-time Doctor of Education (EdD).
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | British qualifications a degree that is not a 2:1 or above plus at least 2 years relevant experience in a relevant field or sector or a teaching qualification (gained after at least the equivalent of 2 satisfactory years of higher education) plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in a relevant field or sector or an advanced diploma in education and at least 2 years of relevant experience. If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements. For this course, alternative ways of demonstrating English language proficiency through professional experience may be available. For example, if you're a class teacher, teaching in English, on an International Baccalaureate programme or similar in a recognised English-medium international school (an IB World School) and you have been teaching in such a school for at least two years. If you think this might apply to you, please describe your experience clearly in your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Main Site Claverton Down Bath BA2 7AY |
About the University of Bath
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