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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate in Education
PGCE Primary Early Years Education with QTS
Edge Hill UniversityOrmskirk, England
1 yearDuration
£18,000Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the PGCE PGCE Primary Early Years Education with QTS at Edge Hill University. Based in Ormskirk, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. If you have a passion for teaching children 3-11 years, join us on this degree and gain recommendation for QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). Specialise in the early years phase, teaching children 3-7 years and make significant contribution to their learning and development. This primary early years teaching degree covers the essential skills and knowledge you’ll need for teaching children aged 3-11 with a specialism in the 3-7 age phase. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and Pedagogy
Primary Curriculum Subject Knowledge and Development
Child Development and Learning Theory
Professional Practice and School-Based Experience
Inclusive Education and Supporting Diverse Learners
Literacy and Numeracy in Primary Education
Assessment
Planning and Differentiation
Reflective Practice and Professional Identity
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Course length: 1 year full-time2 years part-time Start dates: September 2026 Location: Edge Hill University Example offers: 2:2 or above (or equivalent) View full entry criteria Subject(s): Education and Teaching Faculty: Education Department: Early Years Education Entry criteria When you apply, you are expected to have: A first or second class Honours degree from a UK university (or equivalent qualification) GCSE English Language or English Literature, GCSE Mathematics and GCSE Science at Grade |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,000
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,000
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edge Hill University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £15,500 | £20,500 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £24,000 | £29,000 |
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
90%Working
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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