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Educational Aims of the Programme:
To develop informed, knowledgeable, outstanding teachers, espousing creativity and research-informed teaching through deliberate practice; To develop students' critical reflection and reflexivity within the field of education and schooling, through analysis, synthesis and evaluation of evidence, theory and practice; To enable students to access, assess and effectively apply educational research, advanced scholarship and new insights from the discipline of education (and other related disciplines) in the classroom; To develop an understanding of the factors that influence effective, inclusive curriculum design and pedagogy and impact on pupils/learners; To provide opportunity for students to achieve their full academic potential at Level 7, through study encouraging selfmotivation, self-awareness and application of initiative To encourage professional accountability informed by an understanding of evidence based practice.
Learning Outcomes
1. Evaluate learning, teaching and assessment in order to inform planning and promote pupil progress
2. Critically analyse and synthesise contemporary educational issues, and educational theory, principles, policy and practice
3. Demonstrate professional accountability and reflective, evidence informed practice
4. Critique and synthesise evidence from a range of sources to inform practitioner inquiry
5. Implement methods of inquiry and reflexivity to investigate, develop and improve practice
6. Evidence ability to support and promote pupil/learner experience through mentoring others, and leading practice
7. Design, plan and evaluate effective and inclusive curriculum experiences and pedagogies, drawing on a range of contemporary sources
INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR 2026:
Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each throughout the year
2/2, 2/3, 6/4, 4/5, 1/6, 6/7, 3/8, 7/9, 5/10, 2/11, and 7/12
Start dates for university programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information on programme commencement dates.
Notice:
This programme pathway will be offered from February 2026 onwards, following the recently scheduled programme review, which forms part of the University’s established approach to quality assurance and enhancement. This process ensures that programmes remain current, academically robust, and aligned with the highest standards of relevance and quality.
Duration: 2-5 years
Study mode: Online
| Name | Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation Courses | ||
| Induction Module | LJMU-IND-M-100 | 0.00 |
| Postgraduate Certificate Level | ||
| Theories and Principles in Education, Teaching and Learning | LJMU-7531-PCEI | 20.00 |
| Inclusive Pedagogy and Evidencing Impact on Learners | LJMU-7532-PCEI | 20.00 |
| Critical Reflection and Developing Practice | LJMU-7533-PCEI | 20.00 |
The entry requirements for admission are:
Applications from non-standard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.
* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
For more information on LJMU's Course Catalogue, click here.
Total Fees comprise the following:
Note 1: These fees do not fall under any Scholarship Award and are in addition to the Tuition Fees.
Note 2: Will apply if the Total Fee is not settled in a lump sum payment and the student elects to settle the Total Fees in instalments. The Service Fee is calculated at GBP 30.00 per instalment. A Late Payment charge will be charged against all instalments not paid on time.
