Are you a graduate looking to become a qualified teacher in South Africa? The University of South Africa (UNISA) offers a wide range of Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) programmes for those who want to teach in the Senior Phase and Further Education and Training (FET) band.
These specialised certificates are designed for students who already hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree or diploma and now wish to qualify as teachers in specific subjects.
Here’s a complete list of UNISA PGCE programmes available for the 2026 academic year.
What is a PGCE?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at UNISA qualifies you to teach learners from Grade 7 to Grade 12 in your subject of specialisation. The PGCE is offered via distance learning, which makes it ideal for working professionals and those living in remote areas.
To apply, your previous qualification must include major subjects that align with the PGCE specialisation you’re applying for.
Full List of UNISA PGCE Programmes (Code: 90148)
- PGCE in Agriculture and Life Sciences (AGR)
- PGCE in Agriculture and Management (AGM)
- PGCE in Agriculture and Technology (AGT)
- PGCE in Art (ART)
- PGCE in Business Studies (BUS)
- PGCE in Consumer Studies (CON)
- PGCE in Economics (ECO)
- PGCE in Engineering Technology (ETC)
- PGCE in English (ENG)
- PGCE in Financial Accounting (FAC)
- PGCE in Geography (GEO)
- PGCE in History (HIS)
- PGCE in Hospitality Studies (HOS)
- PGCE in Information Computer Applications (ICA)
- PGCE in Languages (LAN)
- PGCE in Languages and Life Orientation (LAH)
- PGCE in Languages and Social Sciences (LAS)
- PGCE in Life Orientation (LOR)
- PGCE in Life Sciences (BIO)
- PGCE in Life Sciences and Mathematics (BIM)
- PGCE in Mathematical Literacy (MTL)
- PGCE in Mathematics (MAT)
- PGCE in Mathematics and Natural Sciences (MAS)
- PGCE in Music and Language (MUL)
- PGCE in Music and Management (MUM)
- PGCE in Physical Sciences (PHS)
- PGCE in Physical Sciences and Mathematics (PSM)
- PGCE in Religious Studies (REL)
- PGCE in Sport Science (SPT)
- PGCE in Tourism (TRM)
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission:
- You must hold an approved bachelor’s degree or diploma relevant to the subject you want to teach.
- Your qualification must include at least two teaching subjects offered by UNISA in the PGCE.
- You may be required to provide a SAQA certificate if your qualification was obtained outside South Africa.
Note: Admission is not automatic. Each application is reviewed to ensure alignment between your previous qualification and your chosen PGCE subject.
How to Apply
All PGCE applications must be submitted online through the official UNISA website:
Click here to browse and apply for UNISA PGCE programmes
Be sure to upload your academic transcripts and ensure that your chosen PGCE specialisation matches your previous qualification.
Important Dates
UNISA opens applications annually for limited periods. Monitor the UNISA application page to avoid missing the opening window for 2026.
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