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University of Wales Trinity Saint David: Primary (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 teaching with our PGCE Primary with QTS programme. This course is part of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) and is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to become an effective and inspiring primary school teacher. Upon completion, you will gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), enabling you to teach in schools across the UK.
The programme covers teaching across all primary age groups, ensuring a broad understanding of the primary curriculum. You will engage in both university-based learning and practical school placements, where you will develop the ability to plan, teach, and assess effectively across a range of subjects. Our experienced tutors and classroom practitioners will support you in developing your teaching practice through interactive lectures, workshops, and hands-on experiences.
A key focus of the course is on fostering your ability to reflect on your teaching and continually improve your practice. You will explore a variety of teaching methods, including innovative and creative approaches to engage young learners. The programme also places a strong emphasis on understanding the diverse needs of children, helping you to support all students in reaching their full potential.
During your school placements, you will have the opportunity to experience teaching in different settings, including urban and rural schools, as well as Welsh-medium schools if desired. These placements are a vital part of your training, allowing you to apply your learning in real classroom situations and develop confidence in your teaching abilities. Throughout your placements, you will receive guidance and support from experienced mentors who will help you grow as a teacher.
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). GCSE Qualifications Grade C (grade 4 in England) or above in GCSE English Language or Welsh Language or a standard equivalent. 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 primary 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). 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 dbs@uwtsd.ac.uk. What are we looking for? A positive view of education as a means to transform lives Quality of personal statement Many schools and college departments, both locally and nationally, have former student-teachers as a part of their staff with many going on to forge successful teaching careers at strategic, professional and management levels at home and abroad. Our PGCE graduates usually remain in close touch with us as they make their careers in the teaching profession and they often become Subject/Class Mentors on the programme. This creates a very strong, sustainable professional network of teachers which is a rich source of continuing professional development. |
| 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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