Teaching in Higher Education PgCert
Sheffield Hallam University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 45 graduates of Teaching in Higher Education PgCert at Sheffield Hallam University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Teacher Training.
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Teacher Training
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Teacher Training at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £25500 | £25000 | £31000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £27000 | £22000 - £26500 | £24500 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Teacher Training
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26506 | £24958 | £29360 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £24888 - £29177 | £19834 - £28299 | £21478 - £34125 |
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Course Description
Course summary
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Develop skills in creating and managing effective learning environments.
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Learn how to design effective assessment and feedback processes.
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Gain an understanding of theories and models underpinning pedagogical practice in higher education learning, teaching and assessment.
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Complete the postgraduate certificate and gain Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA).
This course is aimed towards both experienced and newly appointed higher education academic staff. Studying part-time, with flexible start dates to fit around your other commitments, you'll develop an informed, reflective and self-critical approach to learning, teaching and assessment, enhancing your skills as a practitioner in higher education.
How you learn We focus on learning from each other, across subjects, as well as helping you to develop your knowledge of teaching and learning in your subject specialist area by establishing subject support groups and exploring subject specialist pedagogies. The course is practice-orientated and gives emphasis to your interests and career aspirations.
You learn through
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tutor-led seminars
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workshops
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participant-led activities
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group and peer discussion
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self-directed study and reading
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assessment of practice
Applied learning Work placements
The course is structured around your professional practice, with each module involving an observed assessment in your practice setting.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Teaching in Higher Education PgCert at Sheffield Hallam University
| 77% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
| 6% | Elementary occupations |
| 3% | Caring personal services |
| 2% | Teaching Professionals |
| 2% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 1% | Sales occupations |
| 1% | Administrative occupations |
| 1% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 1% | Elementary occupations |
| 1% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
of Sheffield Hallam University
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 30 different rankings
Positions of Sheffield Hallam University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Sheffield Hallam University in related subject specific rankings.
Education
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- #12
- #13
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #23
- #34
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- Education
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #35
- #301
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- Education
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 11 November, 2024]
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- #29
- #301
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- Education
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
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- #41
- #401
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- Education
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 17 January, 2025]
See all 30 university rankings of Sheffield Hallam University
About Sheffield Hallam University
Founded in 1969, Sheffield Hallam University is located in the city of Sheffield, in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of England. Sheffield is the UK's fifth largest urban centre, 60% of which consists of vibrant green spaces such as city parks, gardens and countryside. SHU prides itself on the important position it occupies in Sheffield as a pillar of the local economy, workforce, and infrastructure. This is reflected in the fact that almost half of this university’s enrolled students are from low-income backgrounds.
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Student composition of Sheffield Hallam University
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Total number of students enrolled at Sheffield Hallam University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 21265
- postgraduates:
- 5175
- Total:
- 26440
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Higher Education”: 2100 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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FAQ about Teaching in Higher Education PgCert Sheffield Hallam University
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £25500 15 months after graduation, £25000 3 years after graduation and £31000 after graduation.
- Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals (77%), Elementary occupations (6%), Caring personal services (3%), Teaching Professionals (2%)
- 45 graduates rated the course 78. This means that 78% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Sheffield Hallam University achieved the highest ranking for Education. It is ranked #13 in (Education). See all subject rankings for Sheffield Hallam University.
- Teaching in Higher Education PgCert is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Sheffield Hallam University.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 148 which makes it one of the 9% most difficult courses to enter among all Higher Education students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 17 January, 2025
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 11 November, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024