Chester School of Education
We offer a range of prestigious courses in Education across our locations in Chester and Warrington and will prepare you with the knowledge, skills and understanding that you need to make a difference in society. The Chester School of Education can help you to fulfil your aspirations.
There are a wide range of professional roles within the children’s, young people’s and families’ workforce and we can support you to understand the many different career paths available to you and develop the resilience and adaptability needed for changing work environments. Recent graduates have pursued careers in teaching, youth work, social work, therapeutic roles, police force, children’s nursing, business ownership, and education policy.
Areas of Expertise Childhood, Education and Professional Development
Within our CEPD area of expertise, you will find lecturers, partners, administrative staff, professors and, of course, students, who all share one driving ethos: to make a difference. Quite simply, this is at the heart of everything we do. We rethink and challenge the educational landscape, we innovate and champion change both inside and outside of the classroom, and we deliver academic and research excellence.
Areas of Expertise Initial Teacher Education
The University of Chester is the ideal place to realise your ambitions. In choosing to train at Chester, you’ll be entering a high-quality training programme, in a supportive environment with carefully-selected teaching placements. We’ll help you to become a teacher who can make a real difference, with the ability to inspire and develop the next generation.
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The location
Modern learning resources and library
Fitness facilities
Student Services
Chapel, chaplaincy and multi-faith spaces
Accommodation
Catering
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School of Education, Cinema Room
School of Education, Auditorium
School of Education, Art and Design Room
School of Education, Science Lab CML109
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Our Courses
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PGCert Coaching and Mentoring at University of Chester: develop leadership, reflective practice, and research-informed skills to support professional growth in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- September 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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PGCert Conservation and Sustainability Education at University of Chester, showcasing hands-on learning at Chester Zoo, wildlife conservation, and environmental education in real-world settings.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- January 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year full-time, up to 4 years part-time
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Study the Doctor of Education (EdD) at the University of Chester. Conduct original research in teaching and learning while advancing your career in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 4-7 years
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Explore children’s development, play, and learning on Chester’s BA (Hons) Early Childhood and Primary Education, with flexible pathways and inspiring final-year research.
- UCAS Code
- X325
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
Pathways available
- Early Childhood Studies
- Primary Education Studies
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Explore children’s development, play, and learning on Chester’s BA (Hons) Early Childhood and Primary Education, with flexible pathways and inspiring final-year research.
- UCAS Code
- X326
- Start date
- September 2026, September 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years
Pathways available
- Early Childhood Studies
- Primary Education Studies
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Prepare for a rewarding teaching career with Chester’s BA (Hons) Early Years Primary Education QTS, offering rich school experience, specialist training and an optional UK or overseas placement.
- UCAS Code
- X100
- Start date
- October 2026, October 2027
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study Education MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop advanced knowledge, research skills and expertise to support children and young people.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- April 2026, September 2026, January 2027, April 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study Education MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop advanced knowledge, research skills and expertise to support children and young people.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- April 2026, September 2026, January 2027, April 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study Education MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop advanced knowledge, research skills and expertise to support children and young people.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- April 2026, September 2026, January 2027, April 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- September 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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Study Education, Children and Social Justice MA at the University of Chester. Explore inclusion, wellbeing and inequality, and develop skills to create positive social change.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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Study Educational Leadership MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop leadership skills, gain CMI accreditation, and drive positive change in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026, January 2027, May 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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Study Educational Leadership MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop leadership skills, gain CMI accreditation, and drive positive change in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026, January 2027, May 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
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Study Educational Leadership MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop leadership skills, gain CMI accreditation, and drive positive change in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026, January 2027, May 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
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Study Educational Leadership MA, PGDip or PGCert at the University of Chester. Develop leadership skills, gain CMI accreditation, and drive positive change in education.
- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026, January 2027, May 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year part-time (online delivery)
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- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 9 weeks
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 3 months
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- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 3 months
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- UCAS Code
- N/A
- Start date
- Level
- Short course
- Duration
- 3 months
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- UCAS Code
- Start date
- October 2026, January 2027, May 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
