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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate

Higher Education

University of Greenwich
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£10,500Per Year (Home)
£10,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PgCert Higher Education at University of Greenwich is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert HE) is tailored for professionals currently working in higher education who aim to earn a teaching qualification. The PGCert HE is ideal for those currently teaching at Level 4 or above in higher education or higher education within further education settings. This distance learning programme primarily supports University of Greenwich teaching staff. We also offer places for staff at collaborative partner institutions and clinical educators (individuals teaching and/or supporting HE learners within clinical/health profession sett... Home/uk fees are £10,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Principles of Higher Education Pedagogy
Curriculum Design and Development
Inclusive Assessment and Student Feedback
Technology-Enhanced Learning in Higher Education
Reflective Practice and Professional Development
Supporting Student Learning and Engagement
Research Methods in Higher Education
Critical Perspectives on Teaching Excellence
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£10,500

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding University is a great investment in your future. English-domiciled graduate annual salaries were £10,500 more than non-graduates in 2023 - and the UK Government projects that 88% of new jobs by 2035 will be at graduate level.(Source: DfE Graduate labour market statistics: 2023/DfE Labour market and skills projections: 2020 to 2035). Cohort Full time Part time Distance learning Home N/A N/A TBC International N/A N/A TBC Fees information Scholarships and bursariesWe offer a wide r

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Greenwich

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£23,000£25,500£35,000
5 years£23,500£30,500£38,500
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

69%Working
1%Studying
16%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

5 Scholarships Available

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Greenwich Progression Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Guaranteed

International Scholarship Award

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£3,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

Chevening Scholarships

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
  • Open to your course
Merit

David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Need-based

Commuter Bursary

University of Greenwich · Postgraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
University of Greenwich

About University of Greenwich

University of Greenwich offers Higher Education as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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