Part Time BA (Hons) Post-Compulsory Education & Training (PcET)

BA (Hons) Post-Compulsory Education & Training (PcET)

Campus: Queens Road

Fees: £350 per 40 credits (240 credits in total), £1050 for 120 credits in one year

Course Code: EDH055

Length of Course: 2 years study of 120 credits per year or 3 years study is available

Days & Times: Mon 5.30pm - 8.30pm

Course Description: This programme is designed to further your professional development as a teaching and training practitioner in the post-compulsory sector. It attracts suitably qualified teachers and trainers from such diverse fields as further education, nursing, community education, higher education, the fire and police services, private training providers and voluntary and charitable organisations. The course should benefit anyone with an involvement in teaching and/or training in any field within the vast post-compulsory sector (currently age 16 and beyond). Modules will include:

• Research Methods
• Social Psychology
• Current Issues
• Understanding Organisations
• Well-Being
• Resource-based Learning

Entry Requirements: Certificate of Education (Education & Training), Accreditation for Prior Learning (APL) may be given for additional professional qualifications.

Progression/Career Opportunities: Former students confirm that graduate status enhances career potential. Examples include promotion to a range of management positions from course leadership to senior management. Completion of this degree also allows progression to the Masters programmes available at the University of Wales, Newport.

What our students say:

"The tutors were really supportive and approachable and I know that if I ever have any problems in the future with individual students or groups I can approach a member of the team for advice." Rob James - Cert Ed (PcET)

"This course has already been very helpful for my professional development in preparation for a future management role. The course has also been helpful in providing insight into the educational background of students attending courses at my workplace." Eric Courturier - BA (Hons) PCET