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University of Warwick: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with iQTS (Secondary)
| Institution | University of Warwick View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Centre for Education Studies |
| Web | https://warwick.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This one-year teaching course is a high-quality, grade 1 programme of professional education designed for candidates teaching outside of mainland England, leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and master’s level credits. Our course aims to develop you into a highly reflective practitioner, able to adapt and respond to changes in settings and international educational contexts, and able to take responsibility for your ongoing professional development in preparation for future leadership.
This one-year, 90-credit Post-Graduate course with iQTS (International Qualified Teacher Status) is a teacher training course designed for students embarking on a teaching career internationally with a focus on combining theory and practice across all course aspects through a blended learning programme.
The course provides a well-integrated blend of online and school-based learning opportunities that develop a values-based and evidence-informed approach to classroom practice in an international school setting. With reference the iQTS Core Content Framework, and taking account of the local contexts in which a student is teaching, the course will provide an appropriate training experience for those teaching in secondary (11-18) age phase.
Trainees will be supported to understand the complexity of evidence and established views on effective learning in schools. Taught sessions and assessments will encourage critical engagement with evidence and the implications for personal teaching practice.
The Centre for Teacher Education is the University’s global-service provider for high quality teacher training and professional education. At its most recent inspection, the University of Warwick’s Centre for Teacher Education has been awarded "Outstanding" provider status by the British government standard (OFSTED).
Our iQTS International programme was one of five inspected as part of the DfE iQTS pilot inspections and has been awarded grade 1.
The secondary iQTS programme is offered across the following subjects:
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PGCE iQTS Art & Design
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PGCE iQTS Biology
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PGCE iQTS Business & Economics
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PGCE iQTS Chemistry
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PGCE iQTS Computer Science
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PGCE iQTS English
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PGCE iQTS Humanities
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PGCE iQTS Mathematics
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PGCE iQTS Modern Languages
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PGCE iQTS Physical Education
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PGCE iQTS Physics
What is iQTS?
iQTS is a UK Government-backed international teaching qualification which will be recognised by the Department for Education as equivalent to English Qualified Teacher Status.
iQTS is suitable for candidates who wish to train to teach and qualify outside the UK, including:
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UK citizens currently working abroad who wish to start teacher training or develop their teaching career
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Non-UK citizens who wish to begin teacher training or build on existing teaching experience
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UK and non-UK teachers without QTS who wish to improve their employability in England and internationally with a UK government-backed and approved professional qualification
This information is applicable for 2025 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrollment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | **Minimum requirements** You must hold an approved Bachelor’s degree with Honours at 2:2 or above, (or) equivalent level. At least Grace C or 4 in GCSE Maths. **English language requirements** Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. This course requires the following: - Band A **Additional requirements** A self-sourced 120-day placement in an international school, which is confirmed by the school (your placement school will need to complete a 'Partnership Agreement' that confirms they have carried out the local safeguarding checks that they would perform for any other employee). In addition, you will be engaging with four different opportunities for Intensive Training and Practice (ITaPs) which will build your confidence and expertise in carefully selected aspects of the planned curriculum. You will also be required to provide original documents or attested copies of all your qualifications to evidence that you meet the qualification entry requirements. If you have ever lived or worked in the UK, you will be required to apply for an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC). Upon securing a conditional offer, you will be asked to provide evidence of this. |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
Founded in 1965, the University of Warwick is ranked 74th in the QS World University Guide 2026, is the youngest member of the Russell Group and are listed within the top ten UK universities in all three major national league tables. However, we are so much more than our rankings.
We are renowned for seeking out and addressing complex global challenges with era-defining innovative thinking. A connected ecosystem of staff, students and alumni, the University fosters transformative learning, interdisciplinary collaboration and bold industry partnerships across state-of-the-art facilities in the UK and global satellite hubs.
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