PGCE with QTS Secondary in Drama (School-Led) at University of Chester

Programme overview

In conjunction with Secondary Lead School partners, the University of Chester offer Drama (11-16 with sixth form enhancement) as a subject specialism leading to the award PGCE with QTS. 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.

What you will study

In essence, the course will start you on your professional journey as a teacher. We aim to provide high-quality education and training, and modules will provide you with; Core modules include Learning to Teach: Developing Critical Perspectives on the Teaching of the Specialist Subject, Subject Curriculum, Pedagogy and Professional Enquiry.

Career pathways

On successfully completing your PGCE, you will attain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This will mean that you can then go on to become a teacher in your chosen area when you graduate.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE: Grade C/4 or above, in English, and Mathematics (or acceptable equivalents).; Honours Degree: Applicants will normally be required to hold, or be expected to gain, a degree of at least a 2:2 classification, in an area with relevance to a specialist secondary subject.; Interview: All applications will be carefully screened, and those deemed suitable will be invited for interview. DBS Check A DBS Check is required; Occupational Health: An Occupational Health check is required; IELTS: Level 7 or above or accepted equivalent

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). £10,050 per year for a full-time course (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,450 a year (2027/28). £15,450 per year for a full-time course* (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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

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