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Full time | Bognor Regis Campus, University of Chichester | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

Subject areas

Teaching (General) English Language

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

Qualify as a teacher with a specialism in English in just one year

Learn the art of teaching English

If you have a passion for the English language and literature and wish to teach at secondary school or college level, then this route is an ideal option for you.

This full-time, one-year course is designed to train you as a confident and inspiring secondary teacher.

At the end of this one-year degree, you’ll be ready to confidently begin teaching English in a secondary school.

This is achieved through a balance of study of the knowledge, skills and attitudes required by the teaching profession, the fundamentals of the national curriculum, and a dedicated focus on the development of your understanding of the role of a secondary school teacher.

In addition, you will gain vital hands-on experience of working within the classroom through our 28-week placement programme, which will develop your confidence and competence to teach effectively.

After successful completion, you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) so that you can begin working as a teacher in a secondary school.

Proud history of teacher training

The University of Chichester has been training teachers for over 180 years and we look to train employable professionals who can get out there and make a difference.

You will be taught by experienced education specialists and our dedication to small teaching groups allows you to develop strong professional relationships with the University teaching team.

On this course you will:

  • Specialise in teaching English.
  • Gain Qualified Teacher Status upon completion of the course that will allow you to teach English in secondary schools in England and Wales.
  • Develop your competence and confidence working within the classroom environment.
  • Gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required by the teaching profession.

Careers

Take the first steps towards your career with secondary education

This programme will enable you to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and work as a secondary English teacher.

Many of our previous students have progressed in their careers and now hold senior posts in their schools.

Modules

This module aims to develop your critical and rigorous understanding of the principles which underpin teaching and learning in secondary English. It will develop your knowledge and understanding of the nature of the secondary English curriculum and children?s developmental needs. It will introduce and critique educational research methodology, analysis and ethics. the module develops understanding of the important role that English teaching has within education and for transforming children and young people?s lives. the module enables you to begin to develop your own personal educational philosophies and practices and enthusiasm for and enjoyment of English.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£15,840

Entry requirements

Honours degree 2:2 or above where 50% of the degree content is in English.

University information

The University of Chichester is a respected institution that offers some excellent postgraduate study programmes. It has two campuses: one in the centre of Chichester, a charming and historic town, and the other close to the sea in Bognor Regis. Both sites are easily connected by a regular inter-campus bus service. Across the two sites, students have access to a range of state-of-the-art facilities including a sports centre, the Engineering...more

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