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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Edge Hill University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Edge Hill University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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The world is a diverse place. As a Religious Education (RE) teacher, you’ll show young people the range of worldviews and perspectives which people around the world hold, and how this informs the way communities live their lives.
Our PGCE Secondary Religious Education delves into the values and academic skills you’ll need. Get to grips with contemporary teaching styles and methods, and further your knowledge of this fascinating subject.
We’ve designed this course so you can combine learning on campus with practical experience in the classroom. Whenever you need support or feedback, you can turn to your subject specific tutors and school-based expert mentor. We’re here to help you become the best teacher you can be.
This course equips you for your future career, offering hands-on experience in planning and delivering RE lessons. You’ll also get the chance to meet and build connections with representatives from a range of world views including Humanism and Veganism, alongside members of traditional faith communities.
Successful completion of the programme leads to a recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Your future career
This PGCE is accredited by the Department for Education. Successful completion of the programme will enable you to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You will be well placed to progress into employment as an early career teacher of religious education at secondary school level.
Opportunities in other areas too. You may also want to continue your studies by completing an MA or PhD, or go on to teach subjects such as humanities, sociology and theology.
To join this PGCE, you will be expected to have: A degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honours (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject. Other subjects may be considered if you have an A Level in a relevant subject (or equivalent qualification) and a willingness to engage in a subject knowledge enhancement course. GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification). Satisfactory levels of information and communications technology competence. A commitment to, and understanding of, secondary education, demonstrating the personal attributes, values and motivation required to train as a teacher. An interview forms part of the selection process.
Students living in
Domestic
£9,250 per year
Students from Domestic
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£16,500 per year
Students from EU
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£16,500 per year
Students from International
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