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University of Warwick: Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education
| Institution | University of Warwick View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Centre for Education Studies |
| Web | https://warwick.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
The Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is a supportive pathway for eligible, experienced teachers and school leaders to have their work-based learning assessed against the learning outcomes for academic credit towards our MA in Professional Education qualification.
A time-efficient and economical alternative to full or part-time study for the first half of the programme, whilst refreshing and updating candidates’ academic skills in preparation for progressing to the final 2 year MA course.
Course overview As an experienced teacher, your skill-set is unique and the Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is designed to reflect that.
The programme runs as a five-month cycle every January-June and June-November. It comprises the submission of two portfolios related to Strategic Research and Effective Leadership and Mentoring. The portfolios can be completed together during the same five-month cycle, or separately through two cycles in consecutive years.
This information is applicable for 2026 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | **Minimum requirements** You must hold a UK Bachelor's degree with Honours at 2:2 or above, or equivalent level. English language requirements This course requires the following: - Band A |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
Summary
The Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is a supportive pathway for eligible, experienced teachers and school leaders to have their work-based learning assessed against the learning outcomes for academic credit towards our MA in Professional Education qualification.
A time-efficient and economical alternative to full or part-time study for the first half of the programme, whilst refreshing and updating candidates’ academic skills in preparation for progressing to the final 2 year MA course.
Course overview As an experienced teacher, your skill-set is unique and the Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is designed to reflect that.
The programme runs as a five-month cycle every January-June and June-November. It comprises the submission of two portfolios related to Strategic Research and Effective Leadership and Mentoring. The portfolios can be completed together during the same five-month cycle, or separately through two cycles in consecutive years.
This information is applicable for 2026 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | **Minimum requirements** You must hold a UK Bachelor's degree with Honours at 2:2 or above, or equivalent level. English language requirements This course requires the following: - Band A |
| Location | Main Site Academic Office University Road Coventry CV4 7AL |
Summary
The Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is a supportive pathway for eligible, experienced teachers and school leaders to have their work-based learning assessed against the learning outcomes for academic credit towards our MA in Professional Education qualification.
A time-efficient and economical alternative to full or part-time study for the first half of the programme, whilst refreshing and updating candidates’ academic skills in preparation for progressing to the final 2 year MA course.
Course overview As an experienced teacher, your skill-set is unique and the Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Education is designed to reflect that.
The programme runs as a five-month cycle every January-June and June-November. It comprises the submission of two portfolios related to Strategic Research and Effective Leadership and Mentoring. The portfolios can be completed together during the same five-month cycle, or separately through two cycles in consecutive years.
This information is applicable for 2025 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | **Minimum requirements** You must hold a UK Bachelor's degree with Honours at 2:2 or above, or equivalent level. English language requirements This course requires the following: - Band A |
| 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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