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PG Diploma & Certificate
A Level 7 qualification, PG Diplomas & Certificates take less time to complete than a traditional Masters.
A PG Certificate is equivalent to one-third of a Master’s, whilst a PG Diploma is valued at two-thirds. Some courses may offer the opportunity to top-up PG Certificates and Diplomas to a Master's level qualification at a later date.
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PG Certificate in Education
If you already have a degree, a great next step is training to teach. A Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is equivalent to 60 credits of a Master’s degree and is available in a number of specialisms.
A PGCE course gives you the skills you need to teach your passion in a classroom setting. Typically lasting one year, students undertake school placements, supported by one-to-one academic support in preparation for their teaching career.
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Master's Degree
A Master's Degree is a complete Level 7 qualification and can be an opportunity to explore an area of interest in further detail or take the next step towards a Doctorate.
While at the same level as a PG Diploma or Certificate, this qualification requires an intensive period of study and the completion of a dissertation.
A Master's can take one to two years to complete through full-time study. Students can focus on a taught or research course that will increase employability.
Doctorate Degree
The highest level of qualification, a PhD offers the opportunity for students to make a significant contribution to their field of study. As a research based qualification, with potential taught components, a full-time PhD typically takes three to four years.
Students will become experts in their field, collaborating with others to conduct and publish a piece of research.
Postgraduate Degrees in January
Offering greater flexibility around your home and work life, January entry gives you more time to get everything ready before you start your degree.
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Postgraduate Degrees in April
If you don’t want to wait until September to start your postgraduate degree, our April intake gives you the chance to begin your studies sooner.
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Postgraduate Degrees in September
A wide range of our courses have September start dates, which is ideal if you are transitioning to postgraduate study after completing your undergraduate degree or are returning to university after a break.
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Online and Distance Learning Postgraduate Degrees
Study online from wherever you are with our distance learning courses. With all your classes completed remotely, you can fit your studies around your schedule and work commitments.
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