A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in further education from the University of Wolverhampton is an ideal qualification for those looking to enter the field of teaching. This qualification equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required to teach learners aged 16 years and above, across all areas of further education including secondary schools, sixth form colleges and adult learning centres.Studying a PGCE in Further Education is ideal for those looking to further their education career and make a real difference to the lives of students. Our further PGCE has been designed to equip graduates with the knowledge, skills and understanding required to become successful teachers within further education, widening participation and helping adults develop new skills. The PGCE will offer you an opportunity to gain invaluable experience in teaching learners aged 16 years or over in further education settings, giving you the confidence and ability required for this important role. This qualification is critical for developing teaching knowledge of both theory and practice within further education such as face-to-face teaching, distance learning, e-learning, managing support staff and creating effective assessment strategies.Full-time (1 year)
Which department am I in?
School of Education
Study options
Full Time
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£17,600.00 (19,17,629)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
Expected August 2027
Venue
Walsall
Gorway Road,
Walsall,
West Midlands,
WS1 3EZ, Central England, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
To hold a honours degree (normally 2:2 or above) of a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification in a subject related to the area you wish to teach with vocational / professional experience considered carefully in each individual circumstance.
To have achieved grade C/4 or above in GCSEs English and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.