The post primary PGCE is a one year, full-time programme that prepares students for a career in teaching. On successful completion of initial teacher education student teachers will be able to evidence their competence and be awarded the Post Graduate Certificate in Education allowing them to register with the General Teaching Council of Northern Ireland. They will also accrue 60 CATS points towards a Master’s degree in Education. In total the PGCE is worth 120 points ( 60 at Master’s level 7 and 60 at Post graduate level 6). The PGCE is an internationally recognised programme for Initial Teacher Education leading directly to a career in teaching. The post primary PGCE is for those who wish to teach the 11-19 age range.
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August 2025
Coleraine Campus
Cromore Road,
Coleraine,
Londonderry,
BT52 1SA, Northern Ireland
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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