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Overview
On the PCGE Early Years Teaching (Distance Learning) programme of the University of Sunderland you'll develop your expertise working with young children. We can help you expand your career possibilities.
Key facts
Do you already work, or want to work, with children aged 0-5? Are you looking to specialise or progress your career in early childhood education? The PGCE Early Years Teaching degree could be right for you.
In one year, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to support young children and families internationally. We deliver the course through distance learning, so you can study from anywhere in the world.
Our experienced staff will help you build expertise in child development, the early years curriculum, and pedagogy. This prepares you for roles in teaching, leadership, and educational management.
Previous graduates have used their master’s-level credits to progress onto other postgraduate degrees. This is both at the University and at institutions around the world.
Please note, this course doesn’t lead directly to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) in England.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professional Practice in Early Years Teaching
- Emerging Professional Practice in Early Years Teaching
- A Critical Analysis of a Curriculum for the Early Years
- Negotiated Individual Study in Early Years Teaching
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 9 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
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Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Sunderland, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Teaching Early Childhood Education View 22 other Short Courses in Early Childhood Education in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
- To apply, you'll usually need an honours degree or equivalent.
- You must be able to complete two teaching experiences as part of the course. This can be a setting where you already work or another Early Years setting.
- A copy of your degree certificate.
- If English isn't your first language, you need to send proof of IELTS level 6.5 or equivalent. This must be a minimum of 6.5 in writing and no other element below 6.0.
- Without these documents, we can't offer you a place on the course.
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Sunderland
United Kingdom
758 - 1438 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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