Faculty of Education

About Faculty of Education

When you think of education, what comes to mind? With over 140 years of experience in shaping the future of teaching and education, Edge Hill University is the perfect place to prepare for the classroom and a variety of learning environments. Rated Ofsted Outstanding for Initial Teacher Education, we are committed to excellence in everything we do.

Our vision ‘working creatively with others to enhance life chances’ defines who we are as a close-knit, forward-thinking community. We are relentlessly focused on harnessing the transformative power of education to improve lives, every day, alongside our students and strategic partners.

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Why choose Edge Hill University for teacher training?

Develop the knowledge and skills to positively develop the lives of learners across all age phases and learning needs.
Ofsted Outstanding Provider, with 140 years of experience in teacher education.
Access to work experience opportunities through our network of over 1,500 institutions.
1st in the North West Overall (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 – Education).
97.9% of our Faculty of Education graduates are employed or in further study within 15 months (Graduate Outcomes data released 2024 from 2021/22 graduates).
Study in a state-of-the-art £9m building, where the Faculty of Education enjoys a stunning lakeside and piazza location.

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Postgraduate Teacher Training

A PGCE is a popular route for graduates looking to become teachers. Regardless of the subject or age phase, a PGCE will challenge you to achieve the very highest levels of both subject knowledge and teaching standards. On our dynamic PGCE programmes you’ll create engaging lesson plans, gain extensive experience in the classroom and continuously evaluate your approach.

If you want to join a PGCE in secondary education but lack the required subject knowledge, we may have a suitable Subject Knowledge Enhancement or Subject Booster course for you.

Professional Development

Advance your career as a forward-thinking education professional. With our professional development courses. Our British Dyslexia Association-acredited programme in dyslexia provides expert knowledge in supporting diverse learners. Take your leadership skills further with one of our Masters in Education degrees, where you can choose from a variety of pathways that explore an area that interests you in-depth.

Fees and Funding

Tuition fees for postgraduate teacher training programmes for 2025/26 are £9,535.

You can elevate your teaching journey with a Department for Education bursary worth up to £29,000 for selected Secondary PGCEs in 2024/25. Bursaries are tax-free, non-repayable and no application is required. For certain subjects, you may be eligible to apply for a Teacher Training Scholarship, instead of a bursary, worth up to £30,000.

Fees for professional development courses vary from to £9,000 for full-time MA Education pathways. For PGDip, PGCert and part-time study fees, please visit Edge Hill’s Fees, Financial Support and Scholarships page.

Student Life

Experience our beautiful campus grounds complete with lakes, wildlife and our very own beach. Earning us the prestigious Green Flag Award for 13 consecutive years, recognising Edge Hill as one of the UK’s best green spaces.

Located in Ormskirk in Lancashire, we're perfectly positioned to connect you to industrial and cultural hubs like Liverpool and Manchester, scenic landscapes in the Lake and Peak Districts, and the stunning north-west coast.

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How to Apply

Applying to study a postgraduate education course?

If you are interested in joining a PGCE you will need to apply through the Apply for Teacher Training service on GOV.UK. Places are allocated as applications are received, so applying early is strongly recommended.
For postgraduate taught education programmes you can apply online via the relevant course page on the Edge Hill website.