Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (non FHEA)
Further your professional development as a teacher or lecturer in higher education. Study while you work with our flexible distance learning course.
Applications for September entry close on 31 August. Applications for January entry close on 15 December.
in the region for postgraduates progressing into senior roles.
Source: Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026
With classrooms constantly changing, our PG Cert will give you the knowledge and skills to progress in your career.
Whether you’re new to teaching in higher education or have previous experience, this course is for you. You'll learn from tutors who are also active researchers, sharing the most up-to-date theories and strategies.
By reflecting on your own practice, learning from others, and exploring educational theory, you’ll be ready to have a greater impact on students’ learning.
Course Leader: Deborah Caws
This course does not include Fellowship of Advance FE (FHEA). For more information about this, or if you work for the NHS or teach ARU students, please contact [email protected] to discuss your options.
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Explore contemporary methods of course development
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Develop your practical teaching skills
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Take part in two teaching observations
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Study by distance learning while you work
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
Gain additional skills and knowledge to enhance your professional practice as a teacher.
You’ll build important transferable skills in communication and research, explore educational models, and learn how to apply relevant teaching knowledge to your own work.
By focusing on the latest theories, strategies and technologies, and using reflective practice, you’ll be ready to further your career.
Teaching and modules
Learn more about planning, delivering and evaluating learning in higher education.
You'll take two modules on this course, both of which include a teaching observation.
You'll also develop practical skills such as teaching large and small groups, designing courses based on the principle of constructive alignment, and using technology to support learning.
We'll explore theoretical frameworks relating to formative assessment, feedback and feed-forward. You’ll use these to devise criteria that can be used to assess your own work.
Finally, you'll learn how to use reflective practice to consider the impact of your teaching on students’ learning.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- Developing Assessment for Learning
- Enhancing Learning and Teaching Through Reflective Practice
Read profiles of teaching and research staff on this course.
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Dr Joanne Bowser-AngermannDeputy Dean
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Tara JakesSenior Lecturer
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Hannah DurhamDirector of Learning, Teaching & Assessment
Facilities
Enjoy a range of facilities designed to support your studies and career development.
These include extensive library and IT resources, and careers support through our Employability Service. After you graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You can also access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.
Entry requirements
Fees and funding
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Please also complete a supplementary information form when applying for this course.