Postgraduate Certificate in Education: Primary 5-11 years with iQTS PGCE

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Course Highlights

The only in-person iQTS programme in the UAE, aligned with UK Teacher Standards and accredited by the Department for Education.
Rated Grade 1 (Outstanding) — research-led teaching with hands-on school placements.
The iQTS credential is recognised globally, opening teaching careers worldwide.
Backed by the University of Birmingham's international reputation.

What You'll Study

Combines university-based teaching with 120 days of assessed school placements and intensive training and practice. Assessment is by coursework and assessed teaching practice.

Programme structure

A 60-credit programme of three 20-credit modules, with 120 days of assessed teaching placements across two partner schools and 20 days of Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP).

Primary Teaching Experience20 credits
Primary and Early Years School Studies 120 credits
Primary and Early Years School Studies 220 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A bachelor's degree (2:2 or above), plus GCSE grade 4/C (or equivalent) in Mathematics and Science.

English: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component). The programme accepts IELTS only.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.

Careers

Graduates are highly sought after by employers worldwide, with an iQTS qualification aligned to DfE English teaching standards and UAE requirements.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and by the UK Department for Education (iQTS).

Programme Details

Award

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with iQTS

Start Date

September 2026

Typical Offer

2:2 honours degree + GCSE grade 4/C in Maths and Science

Duration

1 year

Qualification

Certificate

Subject Area

Education

Campus

Dubai

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 78,333/yr

Apply online with your supporting documents. A non-returnable tuition deposit of AED 5,000 secures your place and is deducted from your total fees.

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Course Highlights

The only in-person iQTS programme in the UAE, aligned with UK Teacher Standards and accredited by the Department for Education.

Rated Grade 1 (Outstanding) — research-led teaching with hands-on school placements.

The iQTS credential is recognised globally, opening teaching careers worldwide.

Backed by the University of Birmingham's international reputation.

What You'll Study

Combines university-based teaching with 120 days of assessed school placements and intensive training and practice. Assessment is by coursework and assessed teaching practice.

Programme structure

A 60-credit programme of three 20-credit modules, with 120 days of assessed teaching placements across two partner schools and 20 days of Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP).

Primary Teaching Experience20 credits
Primary and Early Years School Studies 120 credits
Primary and Early Years School Studies 220 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A bachelor's degree (2:2 or above), plus GCSE grade 4/C (or equivalent) in Mathematics and Science.

English: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component). The programme accepts IELTS only.

Applications are reviewed by the course Admissions Tutor against both general and course-specific criteria.