International (Distance Learning) PGCE

Entry requirements for this course are normally:

• An honours degree in a relevant subject at 2:2 or above, or a professional equivalent.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent or Duolingo English certificate, score 105 or above. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

This course is also available to study in January 2026 and May 2026

Enhance your skills as a professional educator and transform the learning opportunities of children worldwide with an online international teaching qualification that’s in high demand.

A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is a highly respected qualification, valued by international schools, that offers you the opportunity of an exciting global career.

Whether you’re an aspiring teacher or are already employed in a primary or secondary international school, this course will help you to build your curriculum knowledge, within a global context, by designing engaging and informative lessons and developing your delivery expertise. You’ll draw from inclusive practice, informed pedagogy and cognitive psychology.

You’ll also undertake an exciting action research project, allowing you to choose an area of professional development, apply strategies in the classroom and evaluate outcomes using the knowledge you’ll acquire throughout the course.

School-based study

This course is delivered 100% online, so there’s no need to leave your country of domicile to gain your qualification. As our teaching combines theory and practice you will require access to a school and appoint a mentor for practice focused learning. See our placements section for further information.

Please note, this course does not provide Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) status. It prepares you to work alongside Department for Education (2011) Teachers’ Standards that define the level of practice expected of teachers from the point of being recommended for QTS onwards. 

Why study PGCE international at Huddersfield?

We have a long and proud record of training teachers and educators since 1947. You’ll study at one of the top universities for education as we’re ranked in the Top 300 of the world’s universities in the QS World University Rankings 2025. This highlights our dedication to academic excellence and reinforces our position as an internationally leading institution.

Why choose Distance Learning at Huddersfield?

• Study 100% online, from anywhere, at any time. Balance your career with your studies and learn at your own pace.
• Learn from the same highly qualified academics as our on-campus students
• The opportunity to engage with live online learning sessions
• Contact time with your Module Tutor, Personal Academic Tutor, Academic Skills Tutor and/or Project Supervisor

Discover more about Distance Learning.