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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Leeds Trinity University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Leeds Trinity University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
Select a an exam type
Course overview
"The spread of computers and the Internet will put jobs in two categories. People who tell computers what to do, and people who are told by computers what to do." - Marc Andreessen, Entrepreneur, inventor of Netscape
An in-depth understanding of Computer Science is a key enabler of social mobility enabling children of all backgrounds access to rewarding and well-paid careers. Every child deserves to be taught by expert teachers who know not only their subject in detail but more importantly how to teach it.
This is your chance to share your passion for your subject and inspire the next generation.
Our vision is to develop skillful and resilient teachers who are experts in Computer Science pedagogy, we focus on subject-specific knowledge, up-to-date teaching practices which are based on the most recent research, and, most importantly, your specific needs as a trainee teacher.
All our PGCE Secondary courses lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the award of a level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education.
Learning and Teaching
At Leeds Trinity we aim to provide an excellent student experience and provide you with the tools and support to help you achieve your academic, personal and professional potential.
Assessment
At the end of each placement your school mentor, who will have supported you throughout your time in school, will assess your practice, using evidence from the whole of your time in school, including observations, lesson plans and marked work.
You’ll complete a progress portfolio to collate evidence of your teaching practice. At the end of the course, we will use this evidence to show that you have met the Teachers’ Standards.
Students need a good honours degree with a significant proportion in Computer Science. Please note that applicants with third-class honours degrees will be considered on an individual basis, and normally only if applicants have additional qualifications and/or significant relevant professional experience. GCSE Grade 4 (or C or accepted equivalent) in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. In addition to the above essential entry requirements, successful applicants also tend to have: advanced level qualifications (or equivalent) in Computer Science, experience of observing the teaching in a secondary school in this country.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,250 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£15,000 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£15,000 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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