PGCE English

The course will incrementally develop and support you to become an independent, reflective teacher. PGCE Computer Science will prepare you for an interesting and rewarding career in teaching, encouraging pupils to problem-solve and become tech creators in this ever-changing industry. From Raspberry Pis and robotics to analytics, algorthyms and coding, you'll use hands-on activities and to broaden digital horizons. You will receive high quality support from university subject specialists and mentors, thanks to our extensive school partnerships will be provided throughout your PGCE year and beyond.

We believe that the most effective path to becoming an outstanding teacher is a gradual one, filled with support and opportunities to put what you've learnt into practice in stages. That's why we've designed our PGCE Secondary courses in three main stages, each consisting of University-based and school-based training blocks.

The secondary programme will prepare you to teach within the 11-16 age phase and opportunities can be provided to develop particular interests at Key Stage 3, 4 or post 16. We are a well-established provider of Computer Science teachers with strong links with schools in Yorkshire and across the North East. The employment rate of our students is very high. Our graduates take up teaching posts across the UK as well as within our partnership schools. The course is suitable for applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds who have the talent and desire to teach, and the ability to train to become the next generation of teachers.

Students need to have a good honours degree (2ii or above) with a significant proportion in English. In addition to the above essential entry requirements, successful applicants also tend to have: Advanced level qualifications (or equivalent) in English. Experience of observing the teaching in a secondary school in this country.