Online Teaching
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG Cert | Online | Online | 1 - years | September, January, May | £2640 in total | £2640 per quarter |
Course fee and payment plan information can be found on the University of Derby website.
About Online Teaching, PG Cert - at University of Derby Online Learning
Prepare for a future in online teaching and digital education
New for September 2025, the Postgraduate Certificate in Online Teaching is a fully online, level 7 qualification designed for anyone looking to begin, or transition into, a career in online teaching or tutoring. Whether you're a classroom teacher, corporate trainer, curriculum developer, or new to education entirely, this one-year, part-time programme combines practical strategies with established theoretical foundations, preparing you for a career in digital learning environments.
With start dates in September, January, and May, this programme aims to develop skills and expertise in online pedagogy, inclusive practices, and digital curriculum design enabling you to create engaging and effective online learning experiences in the developing area of digital education.
During your studies, you’ll connect with fellow aspiring and experienced online educators in a collaborative learning environment. Whether you're planning to teach in online schools, develop online courses, or launch your own online tutoring practice, you'll learn from the latest research and internationally recognised standards for online teaching.
Programme Structure
The Postgraduate Certificate Online Teaching covers three core 20-credit modules, delivered one module per trimester: Effective Online Teaching and Learning, Inclusive Online Teaching, and Online Curriculum Design and Development.
Entry requirements
Contact University of Derby Online Learning to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Derby Online Learning
- We are experts in online education and adopt best practice approach to online course design and delivery.
- Many of our courses have three intakes per year so you can choose your preferred intake.
- Pay as You Study payment plan allowing you to spread the cost of your course fees.
- Full cloud campus and student services so you can easily access the support you need.
- Interactive learning through our virtual learning platform, so you can work with fellow students, chat with tutors, engage in live virtual sessions, network and develop new friendships and professional contacts.