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PGCE Secondary English
Introduction
The course covers knowledge and understanding of the relevant National Curriculum Programme of Study of English, including what pupils are expected to learn and how they can make progress, in accordance with varying assessment and examination requirements. There is a focus on the key subject areas of fiction, non fiction, grammar, linguistics, spelling and punctuation, poetry, Shakespeare, contemporary drama, media, history of language and language development, literary theory, speaking and listening.
Course Code / Duration
GTTR Code
Q3X1
Duration
1 year full time
Entry Requirements
- 2.1 or 1st Degree (other qualifications will be considered, depending on the strength/merits of the application) in a relevant subject area which is comprised of 50% English
- GCSE Maths and English (grade C or above) before application
- Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Enhanced Disclosure
- Meet the Secretary of State’s requirements for physical and mental fitness to teach as detailed in ‘Fit to Teach’
- Clearly and accurately communicate both spoken and written English
- Candidates must take part in an individual interview and/or a group interview with representatives from schools as well as University College tutors
Module Information
The course combines professional and theoretical study with the specific curriculum studies and Requirements of the Standards for the award of Qualified Teacher Status. Study/training takes place at UCP Marjon and partnership schools across the South West. Student teachers will be working largely with pupils in the 11–16 age range, but there will be opportunities to work with post 16 students. In both areas of training, there is extensive focus on subject knowledge, related pedagogy and pupil development/learning.
There is also coverage of strategies for effective teaching and learning; planning lessons and setting learning objectives; assessment of pupil learning, and how this can inform pupil progression and achievement; ways of ensuring inclusion and progress for all pupils, including personalised learning; the effective use of ICT in English; the professional values expected of teachers in their attitudes and behaviour towards pupils and colleagues. The course creatively contextualises key areas of subject knowledge within the curriculum.
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Career Opportunities
We have excellent links with our partnership schools throughout Devon and Cornwall and many former UCP Marjon student teachers find employment locally. The quality of training is well recognised within the immediate locality and ensures excellent job prospects.
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What our students say
"My professional tutor observed a lesson which was graded as outstanding. I really enjoy being a teacher."
Kate Myott, PGCE Secondary English
"Comparing my two placement files it is easy to see how much I have progressed. What I was unaware of was how much I would learn and develop not only as a teacher but also as a person."
Jo Strachan, PGCE Secondary English
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