Primary Education (5-11) (QTS) PGCE
The University of Northampton
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OVERVIEWThis course will develop you into a creative and innovative teacher of primary aged children (children aged 5 to 11 age range). Underpinned by up to date research and theory this course will enable you to teach both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.At the end of the course you will be recommended for QTS, and you will also have studied for 60 credits at Masters’ level. This may contribute to a full Masters degree in the future if you wish to continue your studies.The University of ...Read more

OVERVIEW

This course will develop you into a creative and innovative teacher of primary aged children (children aged 5 to 11 age range). Underpinned by up to date research and theory this course will enable you to teach both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

At the end of the course you will be recommended for QTS, and you will also have studied for 60 credits at Masters’ level. This may contribute to a full Masters degree in the future if you wish to continue your studies.

The University of Northampton has a long-standing reputation in training creative, dynamic and innovative teachers that transform lives and inspire change for children.

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50/101
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Entry requirements

Students must hold an honours degree from a UK University (or recognised equivalent) and the classification should be a 2:2 or above. You will need to have GCSE passes at grade C/4 in mathematics, English language and science, or recognised equivalent before the start of the course. If you have a GCSE Double Award in science, you must have a grade C/4 or above.

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The University of Northampton
Buildingy23m02, University Drive Waterside Campus Northampton NN1 5PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Northampton  0.6 miles away

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