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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Derby
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Derby
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Receive recommendation for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on a course ranked as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted – the highest possible accolade. Benefit from our strong network of partnership schools to gain varied, challenging and effective practical experience. Be inspired by our team of dedicated, friendly tutors who are renowned internationally for high quality teaching and research. Choose a route that matches your career aspirations - choose Early Years (3-7), Primary (5-11). Take your career prospects to the next level: at the end of this course, you will receive 60 credits towards a masters degree. Our PGCE Primary leads to the recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and prepares you for a fulfilling career where you can make a real difference to children’s lives. You will be fully equipped for the practical demands of the role, including teaching all the National Curriculum subjects. Hands-on teaching experience in schools is an integral part of our PGCE Primary. With over 24 weeks experience across the year, you will undertake two main teaching placements along with two shorter enhanced placement experience in different settings, supported by a range of expert colleagues including our trained school mentors, subject specialists and lead mentors. As one of the major Initial Teacher Education providers in the East Midlands, we have longstanding partnerships with more than 400 schools across the region – a relationship which Ofsted described as ‘excellent’. All placements are organised for you by our Partnership Office.
Applicants must hold a good UK Honours degree with a minimum classification of second class honours, lower division (2:2), or an equivalent qualification, along with GCSE grade 4 (C) or above in Mathematics, English, and Science, although a range of equivalencies are accepted and candidates with pending GCSEs will be considered. Equivalency tests in English, Mathematics, and Science are also accepted. Due to high demand for places, applicants must demonstrate clear and effective communication skills in spoken and written English with a strong command of grammar, meet the Secretary of States requirements for physical and mental fitness to teach, fulfil all Department for Education entry requirements for Initial Teacher Education courses, including suitability and fitness to teach checks, and obtain Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance prior to the start of the course. Applicants must not have been previously excluded from teaching or working with children. Students will specialise in either Early Years (ages 3–7, Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1) or Primary (ages 5–11, Key Stages 1 and 2), and must demonstrate engagement with the relevant Key Stages before applying. Applications are welcomed from individuals with a range of talents, experiences, and backgrounds; however, only UK residents are eligible for funding.
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£9,535 per year
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£17,500 per year
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£17,500 per year
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