PGCE
Early Years PGCEStandard Duration: one academic year Our Early Years PGCE course qualifies students to teach children aged 3–7 in early years settings, reception and Key Stage 1 classes in primary, infant and first schools.The programme addresses the six areas of learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) as well as the teaching, planning and assessment of the core and foundation subjects at Key Stage 1. Placements cover early years settings, Reception and Key Stage 1 classes. The professional studies programme covers a range of issues including understanding child development and behaviour management. After completion of the course students also earn 60 credits towards a Master’s degree. Primary PGCEStandard Duration: one academic year (also available over 2 years) The course qualifies students to teach children aged 5–11 in primary, infant, junior, first and middle schools. Placements cover the full primary age range using a wide range of settings. Training addresses the teaching, planning and assessment of the core curriculum as well as the foundation subjects. All students receive primary foreign language training (French, Spanish and Mandarin) and a small number of trainees are offered an additional specialism in teaching Modern Foreign Languages. This involves a four-week placement in Brussels or Shanghai. On completion of the course students earn 60 credits towards a Master’s degree. Secondary PGCEStandard Duration: one academic year The course qualifies students to teach pupils aged 11–18 in secondary schools, sixth forms and further education colleges. The Business Education course qualifies successful candidates to teach pupils aged 14–19. Successful students also receive 60 credits towards a Master’s degree. All secondary courses have three elements, subject studies, core studies and professional placements. Subject studies look at all aspects of teaching the subject, including planning, teaching, assessment and class management. Core studies programmes focus on working in classrooms and schools and on the broader context of teaching today. Professional placements provide opportunities for observation, practice and investigation in a variety of schools. University tutors and school-based mentors work with trainees to ensure that they have access to the best possible advice. The Graduate Teacher Training Programme (GTP)Duration: 40 weeks (approx) The GTP is an employment-based route into teaching. It allows trainees to be employed as an unqualified teacher at a school while working towards the standards that all teacher trainees have to meet to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Places are available for applicants interested in teaching Mathematics, Science, MFL (French, German, Spanish), English, Drama, History or Business Education. |
Application Fact FileEntry RequirementsEarly Years/Primary: Normally a 2:i honours degree but applicants with a 2:ii will be considered. Applicants should hold at least a Grade C at GCSE in English, Mathematics and Science. Other qualifications may be approved as equivalents. In addition, the Institute expects candidates to have had some experience in schools and/or Early Years settings. Primary applicants are expected to have focused on Key Stage 1 and 2 classrooms, ensuring familiarity with the atmosphere and demands of primary school teaching. Secondary: At least a 2:ii honours degree. Normally 50% of the degree content should be related to the teaching subject applied for. All applicants should hold at least a Grade C at GCSE in English and Mathematics. Other qualifications may be approved as equivalents. Applicants need to demonstrate a good knowledge of the subject they want to teach, and show that they have the enthusiasm and the ability to become innovative and reflective practitioners, committed to developing the abilities of all pupils and making a difference in educational practice. Applicants are also expected to have some experience of secondary classrooms and familiarity with the demands of secondary school teaching. GTP: Normally at least a second class honours degree (or equivalent). The degree must have a substantial component (minimum 50%) relevant to the subject they wish to teach. All candidates must also have GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics – or equivalent qualifications, plus a minimum of two weeks’ experience in a secondary school before commencing training. English Language RequirementsIELTS 7.0, TOEFL (iBT) 105 or equivalent ApplicationPGCE: Although applications are accepted throughout the year, early application through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry is recommended. For Early Years/Primary teaching it is recommended applicants apply by 1st December. GTP: As places are limited, early application is recommended. For further information and to make an application: www.go.warwick.ac.uk/gtp Tuition FeesPlease visit the fees pages for more information on tuition fees Funding
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