PGCE Primary with QTS 5-11 (with QTS)
Entry requirements
- UK Bachelors degree with Honours at 2:2 or above, or equivalent level.
- At least Grade C or the new Grade 4 in GCSE English, Mathematics and Science.
Equivalency Tests
We are able to accept approved third party equivalency tests in place of GCSEs. The current providers that have been approved are as follows, with details of the current discounts that are available. If you are intending to use another equivalency testing company, we recommend you contact our admissions team prior to doing so to ensure that they meet the entry criteria.
- Why choose Equivalency Testing?
- Long standing company
- Excellent student support
- Secure testing
- Good and quick feedback
- Significant discount available for PGCE offer holders, please email cte.admissions@warwick.ac.uk for the code.
Why chose A Star Equivalency?
- Excellent student support
- A clear outline of required material in each exam
- Rolling programme of live online subject specific support sessions.
- An extensive range of free support material
- Practice papers and marking schemes
- Discounted from £165* to £139 (saving £26). Please contact cte.admissions@warwick.ac.uk for the discount code.
If you are intending to use another equivalency testing company, we recommend you contact our admissions team prior to doing so to ensure that they meet the entry criteria.
*The new grading system for those receiving their results for GCSE Maths and English was adopted in 2017. The grading system is now 9-1, with Grade 9 awarded to those students in the very top tier. Grade 4 is considered equivalent to the old Grade C.
**Special offer for the University of Warwick students. Maths exams are available in Foundation or Higher. English, Science and Biology are untiered
If students require further support, we offer a range of low-cost options.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our Primary Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) focuses on the 5-11 age range. Our courses will develop you into a highly effective teacher, equipped with the values, skills, and knowledge to become a successful school leader.
- Course Structure: You will complete three modules focusing on key teaching principles such as behaviour management, assessment for learning, and creating an inclusive classroom. The curriculum is based on the Warwick Teacher Values of social justice, intellectual curiosity, and creativity. These values are embedded in the programme, shaping both your personal and professional identity.
- Curriculum Coverage: Develop subject knowledge and skills to teach across the National Curriculum.
- Inclusion: You will be incredibly well prepared to support disadvantaged pupils, as well as those with SEND and EAL. You will be incredibly well prepared to support disadvantaged pupils, as well as those with SEND and EAL. Our Inclusion Enhancement programme offers insights into inclusive teaching practices and you will receive expert input from specialists from SEND/EAL settings within our local partnership.
- Enrichment Opportunities: The course is enhanced by cross-phase conferences, offering further professional development in key areas of education.
All the Primary and Early Years tutors are qualified teachers with many years of school and teacher education experience. We work collaboratively with experienced and knowledgeable school partners across our well-established partnership. You'll be in the best possible hands for your teacher training journey.
What is a PGCE?
A Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is usually a one-year teacher training course. It offers a mixture of academic and practical learning, and it's the first step for graduates in the development of a teaching career. At Warwick, our PGCE courses provide a recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS – a requirement to teach in the state school system as an Early Career Teacher).
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- PGCE(QTS)
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- PG Recruitment
- Phone
- +44 (0)24 7652 3523