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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
University of Bolton
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
University of Bolton
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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Teaching is a challenging and rewarding career, and its not limited to schools. Further education and sixth form colleges, adult and community education, the prison and probation services, pre-employment training and work-based learning are also environments where talented teachers are needed. If youre already qualified in an area such as art and design, special effects, media, film studies, radio and TV, dance, theatre, or performing arts, then this course offers you the skills and knowledge needed to teach your specialist subject to people aged 14 and above. This PGCE (M) course is 120 credits at master's level (HE7), demonstrating your ability to work independently at a high level in the field of education. 90 credits at HE7 can be transferred to a full master's award, depending on the specialist masters pathway.This is a pre-service Initial Teacher Education (ITE) course – you dont need prior experience of teaching or current employment in education. Through a combination of traditional study and work-based learning, youll be able to explore the key theories and techniques of teaching, learning and assessment. Well support you as you discover how to apply them in practice, how you can mould them to the teaching of your specialist subject and how they link into current research in education.Well guide you as you learn to plan lessons, deliver classes, assess your students performances and provide constructive feedback. Our expert and supportive tutors will work to help you become an expert, engaging and inclusive teacher with high standards of professionalism.
You should have at least a lower second class (2.2) honours degree (or equivalent) in a subject that is related to art, creative practice or performance. Examples include art and design, graphic design, photography, fine art, performing arts and dance. If you have a third class honours degree, your application will be considered on an individual basis. If your degree is not from a recognised UK higher education institution advice will be taken from the International Office on comparability. If you have an HND, Foundation Degree or DipHE, then you will need to look at the Generic pathways.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,250 per year
Students from Domestic
The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.
£15,950 per year
Students from EU
EU nationals who meet residency requirements (have settled or pre-settled status) may be eligible for 'Home' fee status. If you do not meet these residency requirements, overseas fees will apply. Irish citizens living in the UK or Ireland will be eligible for 'Home' fee status under the Common Travel Area arrangement. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.
£15,950 per year
Students from International
The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.
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