PGCE - Primary (QTS)
University of Worcester
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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St John's Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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St John's Campus

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Early Years pathway (Ages 3-7) / Later Years pathway (Ages 5-11)Inspire our future generation of learners by studying a PGCE in primary education at Worcester. You’ll be taught by academic staff whose extensive research will provide you with vital and insightful knowledge of the teaching industry.The course offers a supportive and innovative environment which will empower you to gain a teacher training qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). At Worcester, you will gain experience ...Read more

Early Years pathway (Ages 3-7) / Later Years pathway (Ages 5-11)Inspire our future generation of learners by studying a PGCE in primary education at Worcester. You’ll be taught by academic staff whose extensive research will provide you with vital and insightful knowledge of the teaching industry.The course offers a supportive and innovative environment which will empower you to gain a teacher training qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). At Worcester, you will gain experience through multiple placements in a variety of contrasting school environments throughout the year, which will prepare you for a successful transition into teaching.

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62/279
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93rd

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Entry requirements

Academic requirements: Honours degree normally (2:2) or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject area. Applicants with a 3rd class degree will be considered on an individual basis. All entrants have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 (formerly grade C) in the GCSE examinations in English Language and mathematics (or equivalent) (for 2022 entry, applicants must have these qualifications by the start of the course). Alternatively, we offer equivalency test if you dont have the required GCSE grade to apply for our courses. Trainees who begin courses before providing evidence of the required GCSE standard (or equivalent) will not be eligible for financial incentives, such as bursaries or grants until they achieve the required standard.

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£17,400 per year

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Accommodation- Birch Halls - £161 per week

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University of Worcester
University of Worcester , Worcester

Located in a historic cathedral city in the West Midlands and only 45 minutes from Birmingham, the University of Worcester is home...

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93rd
University of Worcester
Henwick Grove Worcester Worcestershire WR2 6AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Worcester Shrub Hill  0.9 miles away

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