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University of Worcester: PGCE - Secondary - History
Institution | University of Worcester |
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Department | Institute of Education |
Web | http://www.worcester.ac.uk |
Study type | Taught |
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE
Summary
**Encourage curiosity in the next generation by teaching young people to ask the right questions and develop their understanding of the world around them. Delve into the captivating stories of the past with the beautiful backdrop of Worcester - a city steeped in valuable history, best known for its central role in the English Civil War.**
The PGCE Secondary History course is an innovative and evidence-based course that encourages teachers to explore a diverse history through an engaging and inspiring programme. The curriculum ensures that you will develop the professional qualities and attributes of a passionate and innovative teacher of History. Our staff have extensive experience as specialist history teachers, providing you with a strong foundation for a long and successful career in teaching. Leading institutions in historical preservation and education will complement your learning, including access to bespoke training to help expand your subject knowledge and critically reflect on our nation’s history.
**We are proud that our Secondary PGCE was rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in March 2023.** Ofsted identified that:
**‘Trainees benefit from an exceptional learning experience at the University of Worcester. This experience instils in them a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference to the lives of the children and young adults in the communities they serve.’**
Placements, university sessions and mentors will support your development and our trainees are **‘exceptionally well-prepared for their first teaching post’** (Ofsted, 2023)
**Key Features**
- Helps you develop your own vision about the nature and purpose of a history education
- Helps you develop your own understanding of how to effectively teach history in secondary schools
- Helps you know how to arouse pupils curiosity about the past and encourage them to care about the people who inhabited it
- Helps you develop the skills to be a thoughtful and self-reflective classroom practitioner
- Equips you with the knowledge and skills to have a long, enjoyable and successful career in teaching
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Please see the University website for up-to-date information |
Location | Main Site Henwick Grove Worcester WR2 6AJ |
Summary
**PGCE History will enable you to develop an in-depth understanding of what it means to be an outstanding history teacher.**
You will be supported by a dedicated and specialist history subject tutor with over 15 years teaching experience. You will have access to the teaching and training resources provided by the Historical Association and have the opportunity to work collaboratively with fellow trainee history teachers from a wide range of diverse backgrounds.
You will also receive additional training by external organisations such as the Centre for Holocaust Education, English Heritage, the Midlands History Forum, The Infirmary and Worcester Cathedral.
**Key Features**
- Helps you develop your own vision about the nature and purpose of a history education
- Helps you develop your own understanding of how to effectively teach history in secondary schools
- Helps you know how to arouse pupils curiosity about the past and encourage them to care about the people who inhabited it
- Helps you develop the skills to be a thoughtful and self-reflective classroom practitioner
- Equips you with the knowledge and skills to have a long, enjoyable and successful career in teaching
NB History is offered through both Core and School Direct routes.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | Please see the University website for up-to-date and more comprehensive entry requirements. Honours degree (normally 2:2 or higher) from a UK higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in History, or a very closely related subject. |
Location | Main Site Henwick Grove Worcester WR2 6AJ |
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