The future is ready.
The University of Birmingham’s online PGCert Higher Education Policy into Practice programme is designed for individuals who are eager to bridge the gap between academic and professional standing to shape the future of global higher education systems and institutions. This interdisciplinary programme is delivered 100 percent online by experienced and energetic faculty, who are both academics and practitioners, providing expert and diverse content which draws on a range of perspectives.
Curriculum Overview
Influence change, policy, and practice
Practice-orientated and aimed at those interested in shaping the future, this course will encourage you:
The 60-credit, inter-disciplinary programme curriculum emphasises topics such as equity, policy, and data science, and features a mix of academic literature and practice to envisage new higher education futures. In just 12 months, you will be prepared with the analytical thinking, problem solving and communication skills to influence change, policy and practice in a university setting.
Top Careers in Higher Education Policy
Help shape the future of global higher education institutions
Governance Manager
Policy and Project Associate
Head of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)
Academic Services Manager
There are three intakes a year, Students can join the programme in February, June, and October.
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Admissions Requirements
To be eligible to apply for the Online PGCert Higher Education Policy into Practice, you will need to have obtained (or be predicted to obtain) an upper second-class degree or equivalent from a UK university or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
If you do not meet the academic entry criteria, we will accept applications with a second-class degree or equivalent qualification from a UK university or recognised institution with evidence of at least 2 years of relevant work experience in policy development, university administration and/or leadership.
We also accept applications with no degree but 5+ years of work experience in the fields listed. We welcome applicants with an appetite for learning. Since this programme combines modules from multiple disciplines, expect to cover coding and maths, starting at secondary schooling level and above.
International students
If English is not your first language, you will need to also supply an up-to-date English language certificate. We accept up to date Academic IELTS certificates with a score of 6.5, and no less than 6.0 in any band.
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