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PGCE Secondary Education in Social Sciences with Qualified Teacher Status

PGCE Secondary Education in Social Sciences with Qualified Teacher Status

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

Subject areas

Teaching In Secondary Schools Social Sciences

Course Summary

Become an inspirational and inclusive secondary teacher in Social Sciences – developing your subject knowledge, creative skills and professional experience to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).Critically reflect on subject-specific teaching and learning Explore inclusive approaches to designing social sciences lessons that promote pupil thinking Recognise how disciplinary knowledge supports positive outcomes in social sciences classrooms Become part of a vibrant and supportive subject-specialist community Train in contrasting placements with guidance from expert mentors and tutors Every young person deserves to be inspired by a passionate and knowledgeable teacher. This course gives you the opportunity to do just that. At Sheffield Hallam, you’ll explore inclusive and engaging approaches to teaching social sciences, supported by university experts and experienced school mentors. You’ll develop subject-specific pedagogy and apply your learning in the classroom, becoming a reflective, confident teacher ready to make a lasting impact.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,535

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£18,600

Entry requirements

An honours degree (normally 2.2 or above) or equivalent which includes substantial elements of social sciences study. Normally GCSE grade C or Grade 4 in English Language and mathematics, or equivalent. Where applicants have achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above in English literature only, we will look for further evidence of a breadth of achievement in English. We will consider applicants who are in the process of obtaining the relevant GCSEs.

University information

Founded over 175 years ago, Sheffield Hallam University offers academic excellence in an environment where postgraduate students work at the cutting-edge of their field using the latest techniques, ideas, practices and insights to address contemporary issues in their discipline, professional practice and the workplace. Complementing both taught and research degrees, the university boasts four research institutes which support several...more