School-based PGCE - Secondary
Plymouth Marjon University
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A one year full-time course, designed by teachers, for teachers. Youll qualify as a secondary school teacher with a subject specialism. Train in our partner schools from day one and study at university too.Course SummaryThis course trains you in one year to become an Early Career Teacher (ECT) in a specialist subject in a secondary school. You will be based out of two different secondary schools across the year, immersed in school life and taking an active role. You will work mainly out of a ...Read more

A one year full-time course, designed by teachers, for teachers. You'll qualify as a secondary school teacher with a subject specialism. Train in our partner schools from day one and study at university too.Course SummaryThis course trains you in one year to become an Early Career Teacher (ECT) in a specialist subject in a secondary school. You will be based out of two different secondary schools across the year, immersed in school life and taking an active role. You will work mainly out of a lead school, with an additional placement for six to twelve weeks to give you breadth of experience.Some training will be school based, led by teachers and working with other trainees from other schools, and you will also attend University. We have been training educators and teachers since the 1840s and have a huge alumni network and extensive school relationships to support your future career.We offer School-based PGCEs for the following subjects: Art & Design, Biology, Chemistry, Drama, Design & Technology, Design and Technology (Food), Computing, English, Geography, History, Mathematics, Modern Languages, Music, Physical Education, Physics and Religious Education.

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sonny
26 Feb 26

Really friendly environment, everywhere I go on campus I feel welcomed. The sports facilities are amazing and the extra curricular activities are amazing...Read more

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Hyacinth
24 Feb 26

Marjon is great place to study, and the teaching courses are incredibly robust. I feel very supported, and have had a lot of guidance and access to resources. I well and truly..Read more

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A degree at 2:2 or above. GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or grade C or above (or an equivalent qualification). Experience of working with young people.

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£9,250 per year

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£14,500 per year

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Plymouth Marjon University
Plymouth Marjon University Derriford Road Plymouth Devon PL6 8BH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Plymouth  2.1 miles away

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