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Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties (Online) PGCert

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Online

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    15 Months

Course summary

Course overview Our online programme prepares practitioners to critically evaluate and develop evidence-based practices to support learners with dyslexia and other literacy difficulties. The PG Certificate Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties and PG Certificate Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties (AMBDA) course leads to the Associate Member of the BDA (AMBDA) qualification. The course is also accredited by the BDA (British Dyslexia Association). Course highlights Our Department of Disability, Inclusion and Special Needs (DISN) blends global expertise with practical insights to drive inclusion and social justice through innovative research and tailored education. The Dyslexia and Literacy Difficulties PGCert draws on a range of research literature and policy to explore the typical development of literacy skills and how our understanding of these can enable us to identify those with literacy difficulties. You will have an opportunity to explore the current debate on dyslexia and critically evaluate different theories of why difficulties with literacy may occur.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 927month

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    8th out of 91 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    129 61%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    28th

    15

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.19 80%

    55th

    4

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