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University of Wales Trinity Saint David: Computing and ICT (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only)
| Institution | University of Wales Trinity Saint David |
|---|---|
| Department | Teacher Education |
| Web | https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk |
| admissions@uwtsd.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0300 500 5054 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Prepare for a rewarding career in the digital age with our PGCE Secondary Computing course. This programme, part of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE), equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and teach computing in secondary schools.
You will learn how to teach key aspects of computing, including programming, algorithms, and digital literacy, ensuring students are prepared for a world driven by technology. The course combines university-based instruction with practical school placements, offering a balance of theory and hands-on experience.
Placements in a variety of schools, including urban, rural, and Welsh-medium settings, will give you the opportunity to develop your teaching practice in diverse environments. These experiences will help you understand how to adapt your teaching methods to meet the needs of different students, ensuring that every student can engage with the subject.
The course also focuses on developing essential teaching skills, such as classroom management, effective planning, and assessment strategies. You will receive mentor support throughout your placements to help you refine your teaching style and build confidence.
By the end of the course, you will be ready to inspire students to engage with computing, equipping them with the digital skills they need to thrive in the modern world.
The programme highlights the importance of science education in an increasingly technological world. Financial support is available through bursaries and scholarships. This course has been identified by the Welsh Government as a high priority subject area, and £15,000 bursaries are available.
£15,000 bursaries are available from Welsh Government in high priority subject areas.
ITE Priority Subject Incentive: guidance for students 2024 to 2025 | GOV.WALES
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate Degree Applicants are required to hold a good honours degree (2:2 minimum) in an area related to chosen secondary subject. GCSE qualifications Grade C (grade 4 in England) or above in GCSE English Language or Welsh Language or a standard equivalent. A-Levels/Level 3 Vocational Qualifications If applicants do not hold an undergraduate degree in a curriculum subject, successful study at appropriate higher levels must be evidenced. Work Experience You should be aware of the realities of being a teacher and life in a classroom and so we ask for recent and relevant experience in a secondary educational setting. This may be through employment or volunteering in a school and should be for a minimum period of two weeks. Gaining experience in a school classroom will help to strengthen your application and better critically inform your personal statement. It will also prepare you for our selection process and give you some experience from which you can draw in your interview. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) If accepted into our programme, you will be required as soon as possible to obtain a clearance check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS, formerly known as CRB, Criminal Records Bureau). Please note there is a fee associated with the service and you should ensure also that you opt for the ‘update’ service to maintain the validity of your clearance check. For further information please contact PGCE secondary admin: 01792 482111 at TeacherEd@uwtsd.ac.uk What we are looking for? A positive view of education as a means to transform lives Quality of personal statement |
| Location | SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea UWTSD Kings Road Swansea SA1 8AL |
Fees
| England | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 9535 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 15525 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15525 GBP for Year 1 |
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