PGCE Secondary Education

Entry requirements

Degree awarded by a British university or equivalent qualification, plus O level or GCSE at grades A*–C or equivalent in English language, mathematics (for all phases) and science, preferably double science for primary only; A level French or equivalent experience/expertise required for French specialism in primary; experience of working with children in a paid or voluntary role and in primary classrooms required. For all pathways, except FE Learning and Skills, you must have passed the government’s Professional Skills Tests before interview: www.education.gov.uk/getinto-teaching/apply-for-teacher-training/skills-tests; enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check required

Months of entry

September

Course content

Secondary education courses are available in most subject areas. This programme provides training for those wishing to teach the 11 to 18 age range. Training for the QTS award is for 11 to 16 in accordance with organisation of education locally. Depending on your background, you will be recruited to a main curriculum subject group. You will learn how to plan, teach and assess and how to organise and manage a classroom. Extensive supervised school experience will be provided during your study.

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Information for international students

www.southampton.ac.uk/international/

Fees and funding

www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/

www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/pgfundbyschool.html

Qualification and course duration

PGCE

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