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In just 10 months, become a fully qualified teacher and land your dream job! 

WHY CHOOSE PGCE CUMBRIA?

Improve your CV

If you want to move forward in your teaching career, this course gives you the edge. From expert-led sessions to tasks that help you build your skills – it’s a smart step towards better roles in international schools.

Great Value - £2,800

This is one of the most affordable PGCEs in the UK. You can study from anywhere while working and manage your payments monthly from just £250. Courses start in January, April and September.

24/7 Support

You’ll get strong support from your Personal Tutor and Online Advisor. We also connect on WeChat and WhatsApp – so help is always close by. 

Fully Online

The Cumbria PGCE is delivered fully online through a flexible platform designed for busy teachers. It mixes real-world teaching knowledge with practical study, built on years of experience training teachers in the UK and abroad.

Improve your CV

The University of Cumbria PGCE is respected by schools around the world. Whether you’re aiming to teach in British international schools, IB schools, or elsewhere, this qualification shows you’ve met a high standard. It helps open doors across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.

World Class Tutors

Learn from experienced tutors who know schools inside out. You’ll be part of a supportive learning environment that helps you reach your goals – whether that’s a new job or further study towards a Master’s.

Why do the PGCE

Why the Cumbria PGCE is a Smart Choice for Teachers Abroad:

Professional Development
The Cumbria PGCE is a fully online Master’s-level course designed to help teachers improve their skills and knowledge. It supports better classroom practice and a deeper understanding of how schools work around the world.

Better Job Prospects
International schools in China and beyond increasingly ask for formal teaching qualifications. The PGCE shows you meet high professional standards and helps your CV stand out.

Stronger Teaching
The course focuses on real teaching skills. You’ll explore new ways to plan lessons, support students, and reflect on your practice to get better results in the classroom.

Career Growth
A PGCE shows you’re serious about your career. It can lead to better jobs, promotions, or even a move to a leadership role in the future.

Recognised Worldwide
The Cumbria PGCE is globally respected and can support your application for QTS in England – a key step if you want to teach in the UK or other countries that ask for it.

Flexible Learning
The Cumbria PGCE is designed to fit around your teaching schedule. Study from anywhere in the world, at times that work for you. There are no travel costs, and you can continue working while you learn – making it ideal for busy international teachers.

What Are People Saying?

– Hear how the PGCE has helped teachers grow their skills, gain confidence, and boost their careers.

– Our students talk about real classroom impact, better teaching, and new job opportunities globally.

– If you work in education and want to teach better, learn more, and get a respected master’s-level qualification, the PGCE could be for

It’s your decision when to succeed

Advancing your teaching career is now more accessible than ever. The University of Cumbria PGCE is a fully online programme designed for practising teachers seeking to strengthen their practice and deepen their understanding of international education. Flexible, practical, and academically rigorous.

Register below to begin your application.