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6th
in the UK for 'teaching on my course'
National Student Survey 2025
8th
in the UK
for student satisfaction
Complete University Guide 2026
Top 20
in the UK
for Education
Guardian University Guide 2026
Develop the skills you need to prepare for your career
Go beyond the classroom
Explore topics on a local, national and global scale as you learn about education from all perspectives
Built-in placements
Our Education courses offer built-in practice placements to apply your academic learning to real-world situations
Prepare for your career
Develop skills needed in your future career as you analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Practice-focused courses
Practice-focused courses give you the confidence and experience needed for life after university
Education Courses
Explore and develop different areas of interest as you gain practice experience that will enhance your ability and confidence as a professional.
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Foundation Options
PGCE
MA Education (Part-Time)
Improve your understanding of advanced subject knowledge and learn how to best utilise evidence-based practice in order to unlock the potential of all learners.
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MA Education (Part-Time)
3 years part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
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BA (Hons) Education
Prepare for your future career as an education professional, as you explore local, national, and global issues within the sector.
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BA (Hons) Education
3 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
X300
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings.
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MA Education (Online)
Our online MA Education programme deepens your knowledge and understanding of teaching and education.
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MA Education (Online)
3 years part time
Remote course
Investigate, understand, and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Learn from anywhere in the world
Explore crucial topics such as curriculum, inclusion, and pedagogy
Specialise in one of four pathways
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BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
This insightful course prepares you to work with children and adults who have a special need or a disability within the education, health or social care sector.
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BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
3 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
09R3
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings.
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BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology
Learn to support children and young people experiencing problems in education and start your journey to become a BPS Educational Psychologist.
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BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
C8X3
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Take the first step in your career as an educational psychologist
Learn from experienced education lecturers and qualified psychologists
Placement year opportunity
Opportunity to apply to assist in faculty research
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BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
Explore local, national, and global issues within the sector after the completion of an integrated foundation year.
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BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
X306
Lower entry requirements than the main degree pathway
Integrated additional year to build your academic skills
Professional school placement to give you a taster of a career in teaching
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
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PGCE Primary (3-7)
This full-time, one-year course is designed to train you to become a qualified teacher with a focus on teaching children aged 3 to 7.
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PGCE Primary (3-7)
1 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as an early years teacher in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Primary (5-11)
Become a confident and inspiring qualified primary school teacher on this one-year postgraduate course.
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PGCE Primary (5-11)
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a primary teacher in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Primary (5-11) Modern Languages
Qualify as a primary school teacher with a specialism in modern foreign languages in just one year.
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PGCE Primary (5-11) Modern Languages
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a primary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching modern foreign languages at a primary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Biology
Gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to qualify as a confident and inspiring biology teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Biology
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching biology at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Chemistry
At the end of this one-year degree, you’ll be ready to confidently begin teaching chemistry in a secondary school.
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PGCE Secondary Chemistry
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching chemistry at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Physics
Learn to inspire young minds and confidently begin teaching physics in a secondary school, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Physics
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching physics at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Dance
Learn to confidently begin teaching dance in a secondary school, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Dance
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching dance at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary History
Pass on your passion for history to secondary school children, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary History
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching history at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Mathematics
If you have a passion for mathematics and wish to teach at secondary school or college level, then this route is an ideal option for you.
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PGCE Secondary Mathematics
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching mathematics at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Music
If you’re a talented musician looking for the next stage in your career, this course offers fantastic opportunities to become a qualified teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Music
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching music at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Physical Education
Qualify to teach physical education in a secondary school setting in just one year as you make use of our world-class sports facilities.
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PGCE Secondary Physical Education
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching physical education at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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Assessment Only Route
This option allows suitably qualified and experienced candidates to gain Qualified Teacher Status without the need for extensive training.
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Assessment Only Route
1 year full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Qualify as a school teacher without the need for extensive training
Covers a large geographical area across the south of England
Eight to 10 weeks assessment period
Teach in any school in the country
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MA Inclusive Special Education
Develop a greater understanding of the issues related to the education of children and young adults who have a special educational need and/or a disability.
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MA Inclusive Special Education
3 years part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
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MA Advanced Professional Practice
This innovative and flexible course for experienced professionals meets your professional CPD requirements as you to take a tailored route towards a full MA degree.
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MA Advanced Professional Practice
Part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Meet your professional CPD requirements as you gain credits towards a full MA degree
Explore your specific areas of interest
Develop your future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
Study on a flexible course that fits around your current career
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Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
This Postgraduate Certificate is for professionals looking to gain accreditation and specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum.
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Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum
Earn 60 credits towards an MA in Inclusive Special Education
Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of autism
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
This PGCert course supports individuals, schools and local authorities to further understand and promote awareness of mental health in schools.
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in mental health awareness in schools.
Consider the role of mental health within education
Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
Learn from experts with personal, practical and academic experience of education
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
This certificate supports individuals, schools or local authorities to explore the research and evidence surrounding mindsets to foster a growth mindset culture.
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in implementing a growth mindset culture in education settings
Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of education
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PGCIPP: Workplace Learning Development
This innovative course supports school-based projects and allows education professionals working to accredit development activities within the workplace.
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PGCIPP: Workplace Learning Development
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Learn how to unlock the potential of all learners
Apply your learning to current school-based projects
Earn 60 credits towards a full MA qualification
Learn from experts in education
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Bridging Course
This is a 12-week course that provides a foundation in the knowledge and skills you will need to access higher education.
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Bridging Course
12 weeks
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Develop personal, professional and academic skills that enable you to progress to further qualifications within Higher Education
Flexible learning styles for different learners
Provides study routes that are relevant to a large variety of subject areas
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iPGCE Primary with iQTS
Expand your career prospects and opportunities while studying and working anywhere in the world with our iPGCE with iQTS.
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iPGCE Primary with iQTS
1 year full time
Distance learning
Expand your career prospects and opportunities while studying and working anywhere in the world (outside the UK) with our iPGCE primary
Gain international Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) which enables you to teach in English schools and is recognised throughout the world
Taught by highly experienced, expert tutors at a gold-rated university (TEF, 2023) with over 180 years' experience in teacher education
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PGCE Primary (5-11) with SEND
Qualify as a primary teacher with a SEND specialism on this one-year postgraduate course.
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PGCE Primary (5-11) with SEND
1 year full-time
Bognor Regis Campus
Train as a primary teacher with a SEND specialism in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Secondary (11-16) with SEND
Gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to qualify as a confident and inspiring secondary school teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary (11-16) with SEND
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary school teacher in just one year
Teach your chosen subject at secondary level with expertise in SEND
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
APAC are delighted to offer this course in partnership with the University of Chichester. Train to be a fully qualified, integrative Holistic Play Therapist with our new part time, 4 year course.
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MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
4 years, part-time
Bognor Regis Campus and Online
Clear pathway to becoming a licensed Play Therapist
Comprehensive curriculum covering theory and practice of play therapy
Course is accredited by leading professional bodies in the field
Be taught by leaders in the field of play therapy
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Beyond the classroom
Explore the concept and structure of Education across all areas of society
Our Education degrees offer you the opportunity to understand the structures and role of learning beyond the traditional classroom setting, with a focus on prisons, museums, outreach facilities, career advice and much more.
Excellent levels of support
Learn from lecturers who know you by name
Our dedication to smaller classes allows our expert teaching staff to really get to know and how best to help thrive.
Our experienced staff are invested in your personal and academic development and provide excellent levels of 1-1 support throughout your studies.
Work placements
Specialised work placement options to given you vital real-world experience
All of our courses across Education offer dedicated work placement options to gain vital experience in your respective field in quality settings across the South of England.
Professional learning
Customised school-based professional learning
Many schools approach us to work with them in developing their school-based professional learning.
Our portfolio includes subject knowledge enhancement, short courses, consultancy, project management and evaluation work.
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PhD study
Choose Chichester to develop your research specialism within Education
The University of Chichester welcomes applications for doctorial candidates and those choosing to study with us benefit from working with specialists in their respective fields who have national and international reputations.
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Expert teaching staff
Learn from highly-experienced expert teaching staff
Chris Smethurst
Institute of Education and Social Sciences
Chris has a background in both community and residential work with people with learning disabilities, as well as experience working with young children.
Linda Cooper
Head of Education Studies
Linda is programme coordinator for the family of Education Studies degree courses, with an interest in the creative use of technology in the primary classroom.
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Dr Chris Shelton
Head of Education, Reader in Education
Chris is Head of Education within the Institute of Education, Health and Social Sciences at the University of Chichester. He is responsible for Education and Teacher Education programmes.
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Education
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6th
in the UK for 'teaching on my course'
National Student Survey 2025
8th
in the UK
for student satisfaction
Complete University Guide 2026
Top 20
in the UK
for Education
Guardian University Guide 2026
Develop the skills you need to prepare for your career
Go beyond the classroom
Explore topics on a local, national and global scale as you learn about education from all perspectives
Built-in placements
Our Education courses offer built-in practice placements to apply your academic learning to real-world situations
Prepare for your career
Develop skills needed in your future career as you analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Practice-focused courses
Practice-focused courses give you the confidence and experience needed for life after university
Education Courses
Explore and develop different areas of interest as you gain practice experience that will enhance your ability and confidence as a professional.
Select a learning level
All
Undergraduate
Postgraduate
Foundation Options
PGCE
MA Education (Part-Time)
Improve your understanding of advanced subject knowledge and learn how to best utilise evidence-based practice in order to unlock the potential of all learners.
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MA Education (Part-Time)
3 years part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
View course details
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BA (Hons) Education
Prepare for your future career as an education professional, as you explore local, national, and global issues within the sector.
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BA (Hons) Education
3 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
X300
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings.
View course details
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MA Education (Online)
Our online MA Education programme deepens your knowledge and understanding of teaching and education.
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MA Education (Online)
3 years part time
Remote course
Investigate, understand, and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Learn from anywhere in the world
Explore crucial topics such as curriculum, inclusion, and pedagogy
Specialise in one of four pathways
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BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
This insightful course prepares you to work with children and adults who have a special need or a disability within the education, health or social care sector.
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BA (Hons) Education, Special Needs and Disability
3 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
09R3
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education.
Study real-word projects as you learn in an active manner.
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
Provide a firm foundation for a career within educational settings.
View course details
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BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology
Learn to support children and young people experiencing problems in education and start your journey to become a BPS Educational Psychologist.
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BSc (Hons) Developmental and Education Psychology
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
C8X3
Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Take the first step in your career as an educational psychologist
Learn from experienced education lecturers and qualified psychologists
Placement year opportunity
Opportunity to apply to assist in faculty research
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BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
Explore local, national, and global issues within the sector after the completion of an integrated foundation year.
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BA (Hons) Education with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
X306
Lower entry requirements than the main degree pathway
Integrated additional year to build your academic skills
Professional school placement to give you a taster of a career in teaching
Explore and consider key theories of human development and the nature of education.
View course details
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PGCE Primary (3-7)
This full-time, one-year course is designed to train you to become a qualified teacher with a focus on teaching children aged 3 to 7.
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PGCE Primary (3-7)
1 years full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as an early years teacher in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Primary (5-11)
Become a confident and inspiring qualified primary school teacher on this one-year postgraduate course.
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PGCE Primary (5-11)
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a primary teacher in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Primary (5-11) Modern Languages
Qualify as a primary school teacher with a specialism in modern foreign languages in just one year.
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PGCE Primary (5-11) Modern Languages
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a primary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching modern foreign languages at a primary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Biology
Gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to qualify as a confident and inspiring biology teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Biology
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching biology at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Chemistry
At the end of this one-year degree, you’ll be ready to confidently begin teaching chemistry in a secondary school.
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PGCE Secondary Chemistry
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching chemistry at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Physics
Learn to inspire young minds and confidently begin teaching physics in a secondary school, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Physics
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching physics at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Dance
Learn to confidently begin teaching dance in a secondary school, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Dance
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching dance at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary History
Pass on your passion for history to secondary school children, as you qualify as a teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary History
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching history at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Mathematics
If you have a passion for mathematics and wish to teach at secondary school or college level, then this route is an ideal option for you.
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PGCE Secondary Mathematics
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching mathematics at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Music
If you’re a talented musician looking for the next stage in your career, this course offers fantastic opportunities to become a qualified teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary Music
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching music at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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PGCE Secondary Physical Education
Qualify to teach physical education in a secondary school setting in just one year as you make use of our world-class sports facilities.
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PGCE Secondary Physical Education
1 year full time
Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses
Qualify as a secondary teacher in just one year
Specialise teaching physical education at a secondary level
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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Assessment Only Route
This option allows suitably qualified and experienced candidates to gain Qualified Teacher Status without the need for extensive training.
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Assessment Only Route
1 year full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Qualify as a school teacher without the need for extensive training
Covers a large geographical area across the south of England
Eight to 10 weeks assessment period
Teach in any school in the country
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MA Inclusive Special Education
Develop a greater understanding of the issues related to the education of children and young adults who have a special educational need and/or a disability.
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MA Inclusive Special Education
3 years part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Investigate, understand and analyse the fast-changing landscape of education
Study across two years via a flexible, modular programme with an additional year for your final dissertation
Learn part-time, with evening and weekend sessions per academic year
Pursue your personal area of interest to build your MA course around you
View course details
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MA Advanced Professional Practice
This innovative and flexible course for experienced professionals meets your professional CPD requirements as you to take a tailored route towards a full MA degree.
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MA Advanced Professional Practice
Part time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Meet your professional CPD requirements as you gain credits towards a full MA degree
Explore your specific areas of interest
Develop your future career opportunities in a variety of professional roles
Study on a flexible course that fits around your current career
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Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
This Postgraduate Certificate is for professionals looking to gain accreditation and specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum.
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Postgraduate Certificate: Autism Education
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in the education of children and adults on the autism spectrum
Earn 60 credits towards an MA in Inclusive Special Education
Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of autism
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
This PGCert course supports individuals, schools and local authorities to further understand and promote awareness of mental health in schools.
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Mental Health Awareness in Schools
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in mental health awareness in schools.
Consider the role of mental health within education
Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
Learn from experts with personal, practical and academic experience of education
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
This certificate supports individuals, schools or local authorities to explore the research and evidence surrounding mindsets to foster a growth mindset culture.
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PGCert: Professional Studies in Education, Growth Mindset
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Gain specialist knowledge in implementing a growth mindset culture in education settings
Earn 60 credits towards our MA Education degree
Learn from experts with personal, practical, and academic experience of education
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PGCIPP: Workplace Learning Development
This innovative course supports school-based projects and allows education professionals working to accredit development activities within the workplace.
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PGCIPP: Workplace Learning Development
1 year part time
Bognor Regis Campus
Learn how to unlock the potential of all learners
Apply your learning to current school-based projects
Earn 60 credits towards a full MA qualification
Learn from experts in education
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Bridging Course
This is a 12-week course that provides a foundation in the knowledge and skills you will need to access higher education.
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Bridging Course
12 weeks
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
Develop personal, professional and academic skills that enable you to progress to further qualifications within Higher Education
Flexible learning styles for different learners
Provides study routes that are relevant to a large variety of subject areas
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iPGCE Primary with iQTS
Expand your career prospects and opportunities while studying and working anywhere in the world with our iPGCE with iQTS.
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iPGCE Primary with iQTS
1 year full time
Distance learning
Expand your career prospects and opportunities while studying and working anywhere in the world (outside the UK) with our iPGCE primary
Gain international Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) which enables you to teach in English schools and is recognised throughout the world
Taught by highly experienced, expert tutors at a gold-rated university (TEF, 2023) with over 180 years' experience in teacher education
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PGCE Primary (5-11) with SEND
Qualify as a primary teacher with a SEND specialism on this one-year postgraduate course.
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PGCE Primary (5-11) with SEND
1 year full-time
Bognor Regis Campus
Train as a primary teacher with a SEND specialism in just one year
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
Smaller class sizes for better learning
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PGCE Secondary (11-16) with SEND
Gain the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to qualify as a confident and inspiring secondary school teacher in just one year.
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PGCE Secondary (11-16) with SEND
1 year full time
Bognor Regis Campus
Qualify as a secondary school teacher in just one year
Teach your chosen subject at secondary level with expertise in SEND
Learn at a university with over 180 years' experience in teacher training
Blend of professional placements and creative theoretical teaching
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MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
APAC are delighted to offer this course in partnership with the University of Chichester. Train to be a fully qualified, integrative Holistic Play Therapist with our new part time, 4 year course.
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MA Practice Based Play Therapy (taught at the University of Chichester by APAC)
4 years, part-time
Bognor Regis Campus and Online
Clear pathway to becoming a licensed Play Therapist
Comprehensive curriculum covering theory and practice of play therapy
Course is accredited by leading professional bodies in the field
Be taught by leaders in the field of play therapy
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Institute of Education and Social Sciences
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Beyond the classroom
Explore the concept and structure of Education across all areas of society
Our Education degrees offer you the opportunity to understand the structures and role of learning beyond the traditional classroom setting, with a focus on prisons, museums, outreach facilities, career advice and much more.
Excellent levels of support
Learn from lecturers who know you by name
Our dedication to smaller classes allows our expert teaching staff to really get to know and how best to help thrive.
Our experienced staff are invested in your personal and academic development and provide excellent levels of 1-1 support throughout your studies.
Work placements
Specialised work placement options to given you vital real-world experience
All of our courses across Education offer dedicated work placement options to gain vital experience in your respective field in quality settings across the South of England.
Professional learning
Customised school-based professional learning
Many schools approach us to work with them in developing their school-based professional learning.
Our portfolio includes subject knowledge enhancement, short courses, consultancy, project management and evaluation work.
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PhD study
Choose Chichester to develop your research specialism within Education
The University of Chichester welcomes applications for doctorial candidates and those choosing to study with us benefit from working with specialists in their respective fields who have national and international reputations.
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Expert teaching staff
Learn from highly-experienced expert teaching staff
Chris Smethurst
Institute of Education and Social Sciences
Chris has a background in both community and residential work with people with learning disabilities, as well as experience working with young children.
Linda Cooper
Head of Education Studies
Linda is programme coordinator for the family of Education Studies degree courses, with an interest in the creative use of technology in the primary classroom.
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Dr Chris Shelton
Head of Education, Reader in Education
Chris is Head of Education within the Institute of Education, Health and Social Sciences at the University of Chichester. He is responsible for Education and Teacher Education programmes.
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