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Swansea University: PGCE Primary with QTS
| Institution | Swansea University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Web | www.swansea.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| study@swansea.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1792 295358 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Swansea University Schools’ Partnership (SUSP) is committed to delivering high quality initial teacher education that meets the needs of a Welsh education system undergoing significant curriculum transformation. The one year full-time Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Primary with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) offered by the Swansea University Schools' Partnership (SUSP) connects research and policy to primary practice. Our PGCE Primary programme will allow you to develop teaching skills across the primary age phase and develop your understanding of the new curriculum in Wales. You will work with experienced, enthusiastic University tutors and mentors in our Partnership schools across South Wales to develop and reflect upon your own teaching practice. The programme is unique in that after experiencing teaching placements across the primary age phase, you can choose to specialise in Foundation Phase, Key Stage 2 or All-Age contexts. This will not only enhance your knowledge of teaching and the curriculum in your specialist phase, but also deepen your understanding of how children learn and develop. Placement Schedule You will be required to undertake:
- School placement 1 - 57 working days in Semesters 1 and 2 that incorporates 10 Practice and Theory days.
- School placement 2 – 64 working days in Semester 2 that incorporates 1 research day, 1 network reflection day and a 5 day alternative setting placement to include special schools or SEN facilities on school premises, pupil referral units, Welsh medium and other age phase institutions. All aspects of the SUSP programme are underpinned by research, allowing you to benefit from the University's national and international reputation. With the Partnership’s strong commitment to wellbeing, you will experience high quality personal, professional and academic support throughout the year.
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Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants for the Primary PGCE are required to have achieved the following prior to admission to the programme: An honours degree at a minimum of 2:2; Grade C GCSE in English Language/English Literature; Grade C GCSE in Mathematics/Mathematics Numeracy; Grade C GCSE in Science; Students applying for the Welsh medium programme will be required to have a C grade GCSE in Welsh Language/Welsh Literature. All interviews will be held virtually (using Microsoft Teams/ZOOM) with a PGCE subject specialist through the medium of English or Welsh as desired. The format will consist of a short interview and professional discussion. All applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. Applicants must not have been excluded from teaching or working with children nor be registered with the DBS as unfit for working with children or young persons. All applicants must meet the requirements of the Education Health Standards (Wales) confirming their health and physical capacity to teach. International applicants Completing the PGCE programme in the UK does not provide ‘Leave to Remain’ status to work as a teacher within the UK. Applicants should familiarise themselves with the UK Visa and Immigration Service regulations and requirements that apply to study and post-study in the UK. Successful completion of the Swansea University Schools Partnership Initial Teacher Education programme leads to (i) the award of a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and (ii) a recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status and registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales. Applicants should consult with the relevant education service or government department to enquire if completion of a PGCE in a UK University will allow them to teach in their home country or any other country outside the UK. Applicants typically require an overall IELTS (or equivalent) test score of 7.0 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each component (writing, reading, speaking and listening). |
| Location | Singleton Park Campus Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP |
Fees
| England | 9000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9000 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17500 GBP for Year 1 |
Career boosting prospects, a friendly postgrad community and globally renowned academics. Swansea University provides postgraduate students with the very best blend of quality led teaching and a vibrant student life.
Why choose Swansea for your postgraduate degree?
- Ranked 7th in the UK Postgraduate category (What Uni? Student Choice Awards 2023)
- Ranked 5th place in the Top UK Universities, based on 13,000+ student reviews (UK University Rankings 2023 www.universitycompare.com)
- Ranked 12th in the UK University of the Year (What Uni? Student Choice Awards 2023)
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