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School-based PGCE - Primary at Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth Marjon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Take the School-based PGCE route to become an Early Career Teacher in a primary school in one year. You will be based out of two different primary schools across the year, immersed in school life and taking an active role in the school team. You will work mainly out of a single school selected by our lead partner organisation.

Faculty: Teacher Training  |  Duration: One year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

1st Year: Inclusion in the primary classroom, Developing knowledge for planning, teaching and assessment, Developing a philosophy of learning and teaching across the primary curriculum, Current educational issues for the teaching professional, Teaching placements.

Career pathways

You will become an Early Career Teacher (ECT) in a primary school. Most trainees start to apply for jobs from January ready for September start.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A degree at 2:2 or above; GCSE English, Mathematics and Science at grade 4 or grade C or above (or an equivalent qualification); Experience of working with young people

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,200 a year (2026/27) Source

Duration: One year full-time

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

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