PGCE History

Course Overview This Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) program equips student teachers with the professional competence required to register with the General Teaching Council of Northern Ireland. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a PGCE and accrue 60 CATS points at Master's level, providing a direct pathway to further postgraduate study in Education. Key Program Highlights Earn a qualified teaching status recognized by the GTCNI Accrue 60 credit points towards a Master's degree in Education Gain a total of 120 CATS points at postgraduate level Develop practical teaching skills through evidence-based practice Prepare for a professional career in education with a strong academic foundation