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University of Worcester: PGCE - Secondary - Mathematics
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
**Our Secondary PGCE in Mathematics provides you with the skills to develop a self-reflective teaching practice which will inspire the next generation of mathematicians.**
By choosing an Ofsted rated Outstanding Provider, you will uncover the broad professional field of mathematics teaching, whilst we provide you with practical opportunities to gain ‘on the job’ experience, through our proactive approach to learning. Your development as a mathematics teacher will be supported with access to the valuable Advance Maths Support Programme and local Maths Hubs. This is all supplied alongside opportunities to debate mathematics pedagogy, such as the post-16 mathematics landscape and the place of mathematics in the curriculum, with your peers and industry experts – both in and out of the classroom.
Our PGCE in Secondary Mathematics supplies you with the skills and techniques to be a successful teacher, from the very start of your career. By encouraging you to debate and reflect on your practice, our PGCE supplies you with the confidence to feel secure in the classroom.
**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**
- Explore mathematical concepts by engaging with a range of mathematical representations, models and manipulatives
- consider what effective learning and teaching looks like in a mathematics classroom through reflecting on your own learning, exploring research evidence and observing mathematics classrooms at work
- work with expert colleagues in schools to learn how to implement effective teaching in a range of settings
- participate and contribute to subject-specific communities of practice including local Maths Hubs, subject associations and other networks
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
**This course at Worcester aims to train maths teachers who are skilled, reflective and critically evaluative.**
Unique opportunities to:
- Discuss the place of mathematics in the curriculum and current issues within mathematics education
- Explore mathematical concepts by engaging with a range of mathematical activities
- Reflect on your own learning and explore subject-specific research evidence
- Consider what effective learning and teaching looks like in a mathematics classroom
- Continue to develop your own subject knowledge and reflect on what it is to be ‘mathematical’
- Engage with the Advanced Maths Support Programme and local Maths Hubs
- Develop an understanding of the Post 16 mathematics landscape and transition issues from KS2
**Key features**
- explore mathematical concepts by engaging with a range of mathematical activities
- consider what effective learning and teaching looks like in a mathematics classroom through reflecting on your own learning, exploring research evidence and observing mathematics classrooms at work
- discuss the place of mathematics in the curriculum and the current issues within mathematics education
- further develop your own subject knowledge throughout the course and reflect on what it is to be ‘mathematical’
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 Mathematics or a related subject. |
Location | Main Site Henwick Grove Worcester WR2 6AJ |
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