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iPGCE

iPGCE

Start date:

September 2025

Duration:

1 year (full-time)

Number of credits:

60

The Roehampton iPGCE allows you to develop powerful insights as global teachers into your own pedagogy and practice within national and international contexts.  

Did you know

We are ranked in the top 3 universities in London for the quality of our research in the field of Education (REF 2021), reflecting the world-class expertise of our staff.

Roehampton’s primary age teacher training courses are rated as “outstanding” and secondary age courses are rated as “good” by Ofsted.  

Modules

Modules

This is a new course for September 2025. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Module 1-  Understanding pedagogy and practice within international contexts (30 credits)

  • This module will examine how curricula in different contexts are shaped and designed to adapt to local and national demands.

Module 2 - Evidence-based teaching practice

  • This module supports learners to design enquiries into their own pedagogy drawing on international comparisons to inform their thinking.

Our Curriculum

Roehampton has been providing high quality teacher training through its colleges for over 180 years

The international PGCE (iPGCE) provides a strong foundation in educational theory and practice. It will cover how curricula are designed in different local, national and international settings. Sessions will take place online and will utilise blended learning approaches. It is ideal for teachers working in international schools or those looking to transition to international education. 

Across one year, the iPGCE develops graduates' understanding of pedagogy and practice in international contexts, aiming to deepen their professional knowledge. The course can be undertaken by primary or secondary teachers in any subject specialism. Please note that the course does not lead directly to Qualified Teacher Status. This can be obtained separately by appropriately qualified and experienced teachers through our Assessment Only route to QTS.

In a 2023 report, Ofsted rated Roehampton's primary-age courses as "Outstanding". The inspection was conducted by nine of His Majesty's inspectors and three Ofsted Inspectors. The University's primary-age phase courses, that currently have 673 trainees, scored "Outstanding" for overall effectiveness, quality of education and training, leadership and management. 

Learning

Learn in a stimulating environment.

The iPGCE is a distance learning course designed for international students in different jurisdictions. You will:  

  • Have access to all materials to learn at your own pace. 
  • Take part in live online sessions at the beginning and end of the course to develop group cohesion and to build a learning community.  
  • Take part in online discussion forums where tutors can interact and support understanding.  
  • Receive tutorials with expert staff to support you with assignments.  

 

You are expected to have a mentor based in your employing school, who will be trained by Roehampton (drawing on our extensive experience of training mentors). The mentor will help you to reflect on your experiences and the impact you are having on pupil learning.

You will be expected to draw on discussions with your mentor to inform your online reflections with fellow students and your university tutor. 

This course is designed for teachers who teach in schools covering different ages ranges. 

Assessment

A variety of authentic and meaningful assessments will be used throughout the programme.

Module 1 will be assessed using a written assignment and recorded presentation designed to support understanding of local, national and international pedagogy.

Module 2 requires candidates to present findings from their inquiry into their own teaching, comparing it to practice in another country.

Each module has its own assignment, which will be assessed at level 7.  

Graduates who complete the course have the option to undertake a separate assessment only route to be qualified as a teacher and gain qualified teacher status (QTS) and PGCE if they meet the entry criteria (see our Assessment Only details).  

Careers

Develop your teaching practice and career prospects as you learn from expert educators. 

Students taking this course will already be employed as teachers. The status of the iPGCE award will support further career development as the iPGCE is recognised internationally as a highly regarded qualification.

Candidates should note that this course does not include Qualified Teacher Status and as such is not a teaching qualification in its own right. 

  • Teaching 
  • Management and leadership roles within schools and other education settings 
  • Charity roles 
  • Policy advice 
  • National assessment 
  • Curriculum development

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Applying

UK Students International Students

Full-time UK postgraduate students apply through our direct application system.

Course subject to curriculum review and validation.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree (2:2) or equivalent 

Specific entry requirements

  • Candidates must be working part-time or full-time in a school to be able to complete the assessment.  
  • Candidates must have access to a school-based mentor who can coach them on their developing practice.  

UK: £4000

We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.

International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.

Course subject to curriculum review and validation.

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree (2:2) or equivalent. IELTS 6.5 minimum, with 6 in each component 

Specific entry requirements

  • Candidates must be working part-time or full-time in a school to be able to complete the assessment.  
  • Candidates must have access to a school-based mentor who can coach them on their developing practice.  

International: £4000

We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.

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Education

The School of Education is renowned for its high-quality teaching and research, and is one of the principal teacher training providers in the UK. 

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