Primary (5-11) PGCE with QTS

Our Ofsted outstanding-rated course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher.

Course overview

Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher. We aim to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils' learning.

Why study this course with us?

The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school learning.

A distinctive aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment opportunities, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, KS3. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.

Assessment

You will be expected to undertake ten independent preparation and consolidation study hours (minimum) per week for the University course, in addition to full teaching days when on placement.

Job prospects

At the University of Chester, we support our PGCE students in the recruitment process for teaching posts through careers events and advice. We have a high employment rate for our PGCE course, with many of our graduates successfully employed as teachers within our partnership schools, while some travel further afield.

Applicants will normally hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:1 honour degree, have GCSE grade C/grade 4 or above in English Language, Maths and Science.