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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
10 Months
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
10 Months
PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Newcastle, Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
10 Months
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The Primary PGCE course forms a practical introduction to teaching. It provides the knowledge needed to teach children aged 5-11 years. The Primary PGCE is built on a consideration of the relationship between theory, practice and research. It provides the professional expertise to teach children aged five-11 years. The emphasis is on learning from experience through reflection and enquiry. You'll undertake a combination of academic and professional study. This is to achieve recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). During the PGCE you undertake 60 credits of master's level modules. When you pass all components, you graduate with the PGCE at master's level and will be recommended for QTS.
A 2:2 honours degree. Before you apply you also need GCSE or O level passes (grades A–C/ 4-9), or equivalent in: English language; mathematics; a science subject. It is desirable for you to have spent time working and/or observing in a UK primary classroom before applying. Experience is advantageous as it will inform your application and any later performance in the selection process.
Students living in
Domestic
£795 month
Students from Domestic
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
£2,092 month
Students from EU
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
£2,092 month
Students from International
Living costs - 10500-11500 a year
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