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University of Worcester: PGCE - Secondary - Modern Languages
| 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
Train to become a qualified Modern Languages teacher in a secondary school. You will help pupils access the world and new cultures while teaching the subject you love.
Overview Our Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) will prepare you to become an inspirational modern languages teacher with research-informed lectures, varied school placements and interactive lesson simulations. You will benefit from University and school support throughout your course.
At Worcester, you will gain experience through placement in two different secondary school environments, teaching a range of secondary year groups, whilst receiving support from a school subject mentor and University tutors.
When not on placement, you will be taught through a mixture of lectures, workshops and interactive subject sessions. In these interactive sessions, our tutors will model effective teaching and classroom management strategies. You will also get the opportunity to select one of our enhancement activities, these allow you to pursue a subject that's important to you – from Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to English as an Additional Language.
Beyond the classroom, we’ll enrich your subject knowledge of the Modern Languages curriculum. For example, recent students have explored how to teach grammar effectively with guest speakers, learnt how to empower disadvantaged pupils and led workshops in schools focussing on culture.
When you successfully complete the course, you'll be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). QTS is awarded by the Teaching Regulation Agency in England.
Combinations - French
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Spanish
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French with Spanish
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Spanish with French
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French with German
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German with French
Placements You will complete a minimum of 120 days of placement, teaching modern languages in two different schools, so you can experience a wide range of age groups and learning environments. There will also be additional school visit days where you can explore practical strategies for the classroom, with opportunities to practice, rehearse and then implement in school.
We have a strong relationship with over 100 partnership schools, where you will be supported by subject specialist mentors. School mentors are experienced teachers who we work with to make sure you get the highest quality, placement experience.
| 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
Our Secondary PGCE in Modern Languages allows you to develop your passion for creating a purposeful and interactive study of language for a full range of learners. You will learn how pupils develop, consolidate and deepen their knowledge and understanding of modern languages in meaningful contexts. We will give you the tools to reflect on how to enrich pupils’ language learning experiences by giving them opportunities to develop an appreciation of language and cultural diversity.
Throughout the course you will taught by an enthusiastic, experienced and inspiring tutor and work with our partnership's excellent Modern Languages Departments. You will be encouraged to enhance your thinking and your practice by working together and with trainees from other subjects to create a vibrant learning community.
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)
Modern languages combinations
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French
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Spanish
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French with Spanish
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Spanish with French
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French with German
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German with French
Why the University of Worcester?
The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.
At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.
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First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.
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First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.
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Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.
Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays
| 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 |
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