PGCE Primary
University of Manchester
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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PGCE Primary will train you to teach children aged 5 to 11. It provides training in all primary stage National Curriculum subjects, with a particular focus on Mathematics, English and Science. Completion leads to a postgraduate qualification and recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). University-based sessions cover education theories, ideas and concepts, and will enhance your awareness of current educational issues. You will spend a significant amount of time studying the core ...Read more

PGCE Primary will train you to teach children aged 5 to 11. It provides training in all primary stage National Curriculum subjects, with a particular focus on Mathematics, English and Science. Completion leads to a postgraduate qualification and recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). University-based sessions cover education theories, ideas and concepts, and will enhance your awareness of current educational issues. You will spend a significant amount of time studying the core subjects outlined above, while also studying Religious Education, History, Geography, Art, Music, Design and Technology and PE.

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Entry requirements

Bachelors degree (minimum 2:1 or international equivalent). Two A-levels in non-vocational subjects (minimum grade C). GCSEs in English Language, Mathematics and Science, plus at least three other non-vocational subjects (minimum grade C).

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£9,535 per year

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£24,700 per year

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£24,700 per year

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University of Manchester
Oxford Road Manchester Greater Manchester M13 9PL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Piccadilly  0.3 miles away
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