About this course
Newcastle University offers Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Primary (with Qualified Teacher Status QTS) as a 10-month postgraduate Graduate Certificate programme in Teaching and Education. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £25,900 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn (September), 2026 and Autumn (September), 2027).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
It is desirable for you to have spent time working and/or observing in a UK primary classroom before applying. Experience is advantageous as it will inform your application and any later performance in the selection process.
a science subject
mathematics
English language
A 2:2 honours degree. Before you apply you also need GCSE or O level passes (grades A–C/ 4-9), or equivalent in:
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
- ▸Autumn (September), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
