Thomas More University of Applied Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in International Teacher
- Mechelen, Belgium
- Online Belgium
Postgraduate Certificate
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,900 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* No application deadlines for bachelor programmes for EEA students
** for EEA students | 3,900€ for non-EEA students
Key Summary
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The Postgraduate Certificate in International Teacher is open to all qualified teachers who share their passion for coaching children and young adults in international educational contexts. During this one-year part-time program in evening and weekend classes, we will create cross-border learning and teaching environments to explore, challenge, and broaden your personal and professional horizons.
Blackboards Beyond Borders
- Ready to push your personal and professional boundaries as a teacher?
- Already a qualified teacher with a high level of English?
- Learn what it takes to apply your skills in an international context.
- Develop your sensitivity to the impact of cultural differences.
- Gain key insights into intercultural competencies, didactics, and pedagogy in international education, while developing your English skills.
- Reinforce your multicultural outlook while exchanging ideas and experiences as part of an international student group.
- Prepare for on-the-job learning and internships in international settings.
- Expand your international network and credentials thanks to our partnerships with global accreditation bodies and tertiary institutions.
- Transform your dream of teaching abroad into a reality with this postgraduate program, unique in Belgium and recognized worldwide
Structure
Semester 1 | Semester 1 aims at:
- the sharpening of your intercultural eyes and ears;
- an intensive English C1-level work out;
- an introduction to international school life;
- hands-on teaching portfolio work.
Semester 2 | Semester 2 focuses on:
- the application of intercultural competencies and innovative educational approaches in international internship environments;
- team-teaching and personal development in international settings.
Courses
Visit the program webpage to get an overview of the courses (under reservation of changes), with the number of credits per phase. Credits express how many hours you need on average to process the subject matter (incl. lessons). Count about 25 to 30 hours for 1 study credit.
In practice
We offer first and second-semester teaching experience placements in international, private, or European schools in and outside Belgium. Longer internships in summer schools are possible in order to easily combine study and work.
What do we offer
- Interesting international educational contacts/references
- Trainee programs and coaching in international, private, local, and European schools
- Workshops, guest lectures, seminars, training sessions on different international educational systems, programs, and assessment
- 21st-century international classroom skills
Personal Coaching
Through our intensive and individualized intern follow-up program we help you in building up and realizing your international teaching ambitions.
The program enables students to combine work, study, and take individualized internships in international settings.
Go international
We can help you in your search for suitable internship schools abroad.
Professional bonus
- Certificate Postgraduate International Teacher
- AFS Global Competence Certificate
- IELTS & CLIL Preparation Programme
Our International Teacher Postgraduate Programme is open to all qualified teachers with a high proficiency in English (C1 level requirement before completion of the program) who share their passion for coaching children and young adults in international educational contexts.
Study exemptions and personalized trainee programs are possible. Accreditation of prior learning can be taken into account.
During this one-year flexible program in evening and weekend classes we will create cross-border learning and teaching environments to explore, challenge, and broaden your personal and professional horizons.
The job of your life
After your unique internship experiences, you can apply to international educational settings with a well-filled teaching portfolio.
Working in Belgium
Search Year
International students can apply for a new residence permit status upon graduation and extend their stay in Belgium for up to 12 months to find work! Eager to launch your career in Belgium after your studies? No worries! We’re here to help you navigate the Search Year application process. Check also our program webpage for more insights!