Online Teaching

Please note: this course is subject to validation.

Prepare for a future in online teaching and digital education

New for September 2025, the Postgraduate Certificate in Online Teaching will be a fully online, level 7 qualification for anyone interested in developing cutting-edge skills in the rapidly developing world of online learning.

This one-year, part-time programme will combine practical strategies with a strong theoretical foundation, allowing you to apply what you learn directly to practice in a variety of contexts.

The course content will focus on online pedagogy, inclusive practices, and digital curriculum design to build the knowledge and skills needed to translate your specialist knowledge into effective and inclusive online learning experiences.

Benefit from a global learning community

Grounded in the latest research and aligned with internationally recognised standards, the Postgraduate Certificate in Online Teaching will seek to develop a global learning community where students from diverse backgrounds can share insights and best practices. By collaborating with an international network of educators and drawing from diverse practices, will help you to make a real difference in your own educational context.

Equipping you to lead and innovate

A key feature of the course is the linking of theory with practice, allowing you to apply your knowledge and skills to inspire and engage learners in the diverse digital learning landscape, including teaching with AI and virtual reality.

The course will seek to equip you to lead and innovate in the rapidly evolving online education sector, preparing you for the increasing opportunities in online / hybrid education and the growth of online teaching / tutoring and online / hybrid schools.

Study online with our highly regarded Institute of Education

The University of Derby’s Institute of Education has a tradition of excellence. We offer a great student experience, always focusing on you as an individual and working hard to prepare you for the challenges of 21st century teaching and learning.

We specialise in Initial Teacher Education, Childhood Studies, Education Studies, SEND, School Direct and Post 14 and Postgraduate Studies.

We have top class courses - Ofsted rated our Primary, Secondary and Further Education and Skills provision as 'Outstanding' in 2024 and in the Newly Qualified Teacher Survey our students rated their training as among the best in the country.

Register your interest

This course is currently going through the process of validation and we expect it to open to applications in early 2025.

If you would like to be informed when the validation process is complete and the course is formally open to applications, please register your interest using the form at the bottom of this page.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Online Teaching will be made up of three 20-credit modules covering online pedagogy and curriculum design. Full details will be available once the programme has been validated.

Please note that our modules are subject to change - we review the content of our courses regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.

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