Study Details: 1 Year Full-time
Challenge yourself and get to grips with up-to-date thinking and the latest research in teaching and learning for primary age pupils.
Become a research informed, adaptable teacher who is able to enrich the lives of pupils, and gain an insight into the key skills your pupils will need across the primary curriculum.
Our 5-11 PGCE Primary course will prepare you to teach across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, supporting pupils in different age groups, with different needs and abilities.
This course is delivered through a University-based core route and through our partnership with the Nicholas Postgate Academy Trust (NPCAT). This course is delivered through university-centred and lead partner routes.
Please reference our course codes when applying. The course codes for PGCE Primary are:
Y068 (core code)
S888 (NPCAT code)
Undergraduate degree
2.2 or equivalent
Other international qualifications Equivalent qualifications from your country
Additional requirements
GCSE Mathematics grade 4 (C)
GCSE English grade 4 (C)
This is in addition to any other English language requirements you may need to fulfil.
GCSE Science grade 4 (C) in Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Combined Science
Further information about government requirements for teacher training.
English language
If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability
See our website for fees
Placements
Over the course of your two contrasting teaching placements in two different schools, you will have the opportunity to work in both Key Stage one and Key Stage two, with different age groups and different abilities. You will experience a variety of schools and approaches, enhancing your understanding and teaching skills
As part of your first placement you will complete assignments to support your own practice and understanding of teaching and learning covering the topics below.
Lesson Observation and Wider School Ethos
During your second placement you will complete an assignment covering:
Evaluation of a Learning and Teaching Sequence
Special Study - Reflective and Research Literate Practitioner
You will also be assessed throughout the PGCE course around the Professional Aspects of Training. These include:
Meeting Teachers' Standards
Secondary Experience (2 days)
Professional Enrichment Experience (1 week)
Future Career Profile
Before starting a placement that forms part of your course, you are likely to be asked by the placement provider to sign a confidentiality agreement. This is to ensure that you do not disclose any information that is confidential to the placement provider.
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