PGCE Primary Teaching leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) at Kingston University

Programme overview

Become a confident, well-rounded teacher. This Primary Teaching leading to QTS PGCE at Kingston University will give you essential training in all aspects of primary teaching (ages 5–11). Following an ambitious, fully developed curriculum, you’ll learn the Initial Teacher Training Core Content Framework (ITTCCF) in line with Department for Education (DfE) requirements.

Department: School of Education | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will learn about pedagogy (the art of teaching), including learning theories and child development, alongside the subjects of the national curriculum. Together, this learning will help you understand how best to teach each subject to children of different ages, needs, attributes and experiences. Modules - core modules: Perspectives on Policy, Practice and Professionalism for Teachers, Reflexive Teaching.

Career pathways

You’ll complete this course with the skills, knowledge and qualification you need to become a teacher in a primary setting. Many previous graduates have progressed on to middle and senior management roles, while others have used the PGCE modules studied to count towards an MA in Education.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: To apply for this course, you’ll need a 2:2 or above honours degree from a higher education institution – or an equivalent overseas qualification. You’ll also need three GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, in English, mathematics and a science subject. If you do not have GCSEs in English, mathematics and science, you can take your tests externally via ET Equivalency Testing or A Star Equivalency. Interview: If you are shortlisted, we will ask you to attend an online interview via Microsoft Teams. The interview process allows us to assess your suitability to train to teach. English language: Academic IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no component below 6.0, or an approved equivalent - view accepted equivalents.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 20,500 a year (2027/28). International full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training

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