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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate in Education
PGCE Primary Physical Education Specialist with QTS
Edge Hill UniversityOrmskirk, England
1 yearDuration
£18,000Per Year (Intl)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
The PGCE PGCE Primary Physical Education Specialist with QTS at Edge Hill University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Ormskirk, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Everyone needs a healthy lifestyle. The earlier we learn how to be fit and active, the easier it becomes to maintain these habits in adulthood. 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, and a median graduate salary of £20,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Primary Education and Teachers' Standards
Physical Education Pedagogy and Curriculum Development
Child Development and Inclusive Physical Education
Teaching Physical Activity Across the Primary Curriculum
Contemporary Issues in Primary Education
Specialist Physical Education: Advanced Practice and Innovation
School-Based Practice and Professional Development
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Teaching Practice
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). No specific subjects required View full entry criteria Subject(s): Education and Teaching Faculty: Education Department: Primary and Childhood Education Entry criteria When you apply, you are expected to have: A commitment to, and understanding of, primary education in general and primary physical education in particular, demonstrating the pers |
🗣️ 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
10%Work & Study
50%Professional Jobs
Official Data
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