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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Reflective Practice) Top-Up

Education and Teaching

Taught

PGCE

  • Overview
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  • Tuition
  • Requirements
  • Modules
  • About
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  • Career
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Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Reflective Practice) at the University of Reading enhances teaching skills for primary and secondary educators. The course combines live tutorials and pre-recorded materials to explore evidence-based research for informed practice. It targets those with or pursuing Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. June 1, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Whole course
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
Republic of IrelandN/A£1,540
EnglandN/A£1,540
Northern IrelandN/A£1,540
ScotlandN/A£1,540
WalesN/A£1,540
Channel IslandsN/A£1,540

Requirements

Entry Requirements:
Language Requirements

Language requirements information is currently unavailable.

Modules

  • The Reflective Teacher

    Core
  • Investigating Practice

    Core

About

Overview

Enhance your understanding of education and teaching with the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Reflective Practice) top-up course offered by the University of Reading’s Institute of Education.

Target Audience

This programme is designed for:

  • Primary school teachers
  • Secondary school teachers
  • Individuals holding or working towards Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Course Structure

Participants will explore how evidence-based research can support and inform future practice through a combination of:

  • Live online group tutorials
  • Individual tutorials
  • Pre-recorded material

Additional Information

For more information, please visit our programme page:

Programme Page

Subject Area Information

Primary teaching is a discipline focused on educating young children, typically from ages 5 to 11, in foundational subjects and skills. This field is crucial as it lays the groundwork for children's future learning and development.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Primary Education

  • 2. Child Development and Psychology

  • 3. Curriculum Design and Assessment

  • 4. Literacy and Language Arts

  • 5. Mathematics for Primary Teachers

  • 6. Science and Technology in Primary Education

  • 7. Classroom Management and Organization

  • 8. Inclusive Education

  • 9. Arts and Physical Education

  • 10. Professional Practice and Ethics

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Pedagogical Skills: Effective teaching strategies, lesson planning, and curriculum development.
  • Classroom Management: Techniques for maintaining a positive and productive classroom environment.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Methods for assessing student learning and using data to inform instruction.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Adaptability: Ability to modify teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of students.

Career

Primary teaching is a multifaceted discipline that prepares educators to nurture and educate young children. Through a comprehensive curriculum, future teachers gain the skills and knowledge necessary to create engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environments.

Potential Professions
  • Primary School Teacher

    Teaching various subjects to children in primary schools.

  • Special Education Teacher

    Working with children who have special educational needs.

  • Educational Consultant

    Advising schools on curriculum development and teaching strategies.

  • School Administrator

    Taking on leadership roles such as principal or vice-principal.

  • Curriculum Developer

    Creating educational materials and programs for primary education.

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