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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Derwent College
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Derwent College
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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This course qualifies you to teach modern languages at 11-16 (with post-16 enhancement).
For many children, school is the first opportunity to learn a foreign language. As a language teacher you will not only help them to communicate but deepen their understanding of other cultures and promote international tolerance and understanding.
Tailoring your course
We want to make sure that you have all the options you need to become the teacher you want to be. That's why we give you a range of opportunities to make your course your own.
Language specialisation
All our courses include studying two languages. On this course, French will be your first language with either German or Spanish as your second.
You'll attend sessions to develop your own language skills, with a particular focus on your second language.
Choosing your path
You can choose to study this course as a University of York PGCE trainee or through our School Direct partnerships. The following routes are open to you:
School Direct trainees work with University of York PGCE trainees at the University for Curriculum Area sessions. Whole School Issues sessions are usually delivered in your partner schools.
Accreditation
On successfully completing this course you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which is awarded by the Department for Education (DfE).
Careers and Skills
Most of our graduates become teachers, but the skills you learn will open other career paths too.
Career Opportunities
Typical offer: 2:2 or equivalent in French. We also accept combined honours degrees where French makes up at least 50% of the award, If you would like to specialise in two languages but have only previously studied French, you may still be considered on the condition that you complete a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course, If your undergraduate degree is not in French or a related subject, we may still may be able to offer you a place if you also have a postgraduate degree in French or Grade B in A level French, If your undergraduate degree is not at least 50% French, we may require you to undertake a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course prior to starting your PGCE, If you are a native speaker of French, you may be considered for the course even if your degree is not in a related subject. 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.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,090 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)
£25,900 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,900 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
