PGCE Secondary with QTS

In College we also provide you with a series of lectures and activities that prepare you for three modules at Master’s level (60 credit points) assessed through academic assignments, which are all closely related to teaching and learning.

Module 1:  Teaching and learning – Two assignments

• A 1600-word essay which gives an overview of the roles, responsibilities and boundaries of a professional teacher, evaluating the challenges these present.
• A 3000-word essay which analyses a broad range of theoretical approaches to assessment and which also reflects upon and considers the impact these have had on your learners and your own practice

Module 2: Educational Philosophy and Vision – Two assignments

• Working individually: students will design an academic poster, presenting a personal philosophy of education, focused on a specific area of practice. You will be required to also submit an accompanying abstract of 800 words.
• A group presentation: students will present a vision or philosophy of education in their subject area, making use of evidence-led practice and recent research.

Module 3: Subject Specific Pedagogy – One assignment

• A 4000-word Journal which is a collection of entries which explores a specific area of professional development These areas could be, for example: assessing progress, explaining and modelling, adapting lessons to meet different needs or marking and feedback or any other appropriate foci as agreed with the course tutor.

Entry to this course requires GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or C or above as well as an Honours degree in an appropriate subject. A satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and health check are also required.

Ideally your degree is related to the subject you wish to teach and demonstrates your subject knowledge, alternatively you can demonstrate your subject knowledge has been developed through employment or other relevant opportunities.  It is important that you can demonstrate current subject knowledge, so if you have not completed your degree recently please indicate in your application how have obtained and kept your subject knowledge up to date. All trainee teachers must meet the subject knowledge requirements in the Teacher’s Standards (section 3) by the time they compete their training.

We do offer Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) courses that you can complete prior to your teacher training starting and you may be entitled to a bursary to support you whilst you complete your SKE.

Foundation Degrees, HNCs and HNDs are not accepted as degree equivalents for entry to PGCE courses.

If you do not have GCSE grade 4 (C) in English or mathematics, we will ask you to take an equivalence test or you will receive an offer with the condition of achieving the relevant GCSE(s). You will need to show that you can meet an equivalent level with the same breadth and depth as GCSE qualifications.

*UCAS Codes: Biology 33MG; Chemistry F1X1; Citizenship L9X1; Computer Science G5X1; English 2CZX; Mathematics G1X1; Health and Social Care LX5C; Media Studies 33 MP; Modern Foreign Languages  33MH; Physics F3X1; Psychology 33MM; Science with PE 3X4B, Social Sciences 3DDM.

Assessment involves the completion of Master’s level assignments which lead to the award of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education at Pass, Merit or Distinction level. Successful completion of two placements (by meeting the required Standards) means you will be recommended for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). There are no formal examinations on the course.

Placements vary according to your chosen route and may involve primary schools, secondary schools, sixth form colleges and FE colleges as appropriate. You will work alongside experienced teachers and mentors who will provide advice and support. You will be introduced to your new role in stages, beginning with observation and work with individual pupils, then with small groups, eventually leading to your work with full classes.

In this area of high demand, your employment opportunities are very good. Your future career will be built on a solid foundation of the highest academic standards of teaching and learning – as many of our teaching staff are experts in their fields.

Full-time: £9000.

This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.