PGCE Postgraduate Certificate Secondary Education (QTS) - History
University of Birmingham
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Course overview Start your teaching journey with our specialist programme. Develop your love of teaching and learning History to inspire children and young people from 11-18, through close partnership with our school network. Our History PGCE (QTS) programme is designed to develop your understanding of what teaching History is and what teaching History does, while enabling you to use research to make informed decisions about your practice in, and beyond, the classroom. Deepening your ...Read more

Course overview Start your teaching journey with our specialist programme. Develop your love of teaching and learning History to inspire children and young people from 11-18, through close partnership with our school network. Our History PGCE (QTS) programme is designed to develop your understanding of what teaching History is and what teaching History does, while enabling you to use research to make informed decisions about your practice in, and beyond, the classroom. Deepening your understanding of teaching and learning, you will build a strong foundation as a teacher which will support you to pursue a fulfilling career in the field. Upon successful completion of the course, you will have the opportunity to return for part-time study and complete a Master’s in Teaching Studies. Course highlights We excel in teacher education by combining theoretical knowledge and practical experience in our PGCE History programme, leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This course offers 80 credits towards further study, allowing graduates to pursue a Master's degree such as the MA in Teaching Studies. The course is taught in collaboration with our partnership schools integrating academic rigour with practical , along with the opportunity for advanced qualifications contribute to make the University of Birmingham a leader in teacher education.

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14th
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Entry requirements

You must have a strong academic record at A level (or equivalent) in relevant subjects, along with a solid undergraduate degree—usually at least a 2:2—relevant to the subject you wish to teach; in all cases, the relevance of your degree, other qualifications, and related experiences will be assessed to determine your academic suitability. You must also hold GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications) in Mathematics and English at Grade 4/C or above—these will be a condition of your offer if not already achieved, and equivalency testing is accepted only from approved providers. Additionally, before commencing the programme, you must complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, undergo health and physical capacity checks to ensure you are fit to teach, and agree to abide by the University of Birminghams Code of Professional Conduct and Fitness to Practise.

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