PGCE - Secondary - English
University of Worcester
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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University of Worcester

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Age phase: 11-16 with post-16 enhancementUnique opportunities to:Develop your own philosophy for learning and teaching in EnglishEnrich your subject knowledge drawing on the expertise of an experienced English tutorEngage in practical drama workshopsBenefit from resources and a bespoke workshop delivered by the National Association of Teachers of EnglishAttend an ‘A’ level English Sixth Form Conference alongside pupils from Partnerships schools and take part in workshopsAttend two lectures at ...Read more

Age phase: 11-16 with post-16 enhancement

Unique opportunities to:

  • Develop your own philosophy for learning and teaching in English
  • Enrich your subject knowledge drawing on the expertise of an experienced English tutor
  • Engage in practical drama workshops
  • Benefit from resources and a bespoke workshop delivered by the National Association of Teachers of English
  • Attend an ‘A’ level English Sixth Form Conference alongside pupils from Partnerships schools and take part in workshops
  • Attend two lectures at the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust in Stratford-Upon-Avon (Cost: £20) and free entry to Shakespeare’s Birthplace.
  • Talk to book reviewers of young adult fiction and get up to date guidance on reading resources

Key features

  • Explore your vision of purposeful and creative teaching of English with expert guidance
  • Enjoy collaborative learning with peers as you develop your own practice
  • Develop your own understanding of how to teach English effectively to 11-18 year-olds
  • Develop the skills to be a self-reflective classroom practitioner
  • Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to have a successful career in teaching

NB English is offered through both Core and School Direct routes.

Where could it take you?

  • [PGCE student on placement]
  • Great employment prospects
  • Prepare for leadership and your Masters with 60 credits and a strong research foundation
  • Many University of Worcester trainees gain promotion within the first few years of teaching

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WUSCA ranking:
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52/101
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60th
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88th
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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 don’t 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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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from EU

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£17,400 per year

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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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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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