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University of Roehampton: Primary

Institution University of Roehampton View institution profile
Department Education
Web www.roehampton.ac.uk
Email postgraduate@roehampton.ac.uk
Telephone 020 8392 3232
Study type Taught

Summary

Why this course?

  • Ofsted rates our primary age courses as "Outstanding" (2023 report)

  • Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for delivering the high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students

  • Roehampton has been providing teacher training through its college for over 180 years

  • At least 20 weeks school placement with excellent mentoring, building your confidence, ready for your first job

  • Top ten in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction (PTES 2022, 2023)

  • The 2023 Complete University Guide ranks Roehampton 2nd in London for research quality in education

  • Jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country, and the best modern university in London for research excellence. (REF 2021). 77% of our research is ranked ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021)

  • Successful completion of this course will gain you the award of a PGCE, which includes qualified teacher status

About this course:

Train to be a primary school teacher at Roehampton, with its uniquely long heritage in teacher training and its commitment to Froebelian principles of education. Topics covered include:

  • Professional Studies

  • The Core Curriculum

  • The Wider Curriculum

  • School Experience

Skills:

You will cover all of the Early Years Foundation stage, National Curriculum Core and Foundation Subjects. You will examine learning across the curriculum and the relationship between the subjects in these two groups.

Our subject rooms are set up to include resources you will find in a primary classroom environment. This is important for your full immersion into the school environment and familiarity with the way classrooms are structured, and the type of resources teachers need on a daily basis.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of PGCE Primary go into careers in:

  • Teaching

  • Management and leadership roles within schools and other education settings

  • Charity roles

  • Policy advice

  • National assessment

  • Curriculum development.

Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE

University of Roehampton

The University of Roehampton is based in southwest London on a 54-acre green and sustainable campus.

The University is focused on providing educational opportunities for all and committed to changing lives by helping students to develop the confidence, knowledge and adaptability they need for a successful graduate career and fulfilling life.

Roehampton has a proud history in higher education stretching back over 180 years through four historic colleges. The University’s character derives from its rich history, built on community, engagement and partnership, with a belief that no matter your background, Roehampton can help you realise your ambitions. …

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