PGCE Secondary English at University of Reading

Programme overview

The PGCE Secondary English combines pedagogy sessions, professional studies and school experience, with about 50 three-hour taught subject sessions and 10 professional studies sessions. Trainees learn to teach English literature, including Shakespeare and poetry, and writing, including grammar and language.

Department: Institute of Education | Duration: 10 months full time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Scaffolded Implementation Secondary, Independent Implementation Secondary, The Reflective Teacher and Investigating Practice.

Career pathways

Most graduates go into schools; others use their educational skills in business, culture, art, healthcare, human resources and adult learning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent from a university outside the UK) in a subject related to the subject to be taught. Grade 4 (C) or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent. Interview required. Competence in Fundamental English and mathematics must be demonstrated by the end of the course (a DfE requirement replacing the QTS skills tests). Offer conditional on Occupational Health and DBS Enhanced Disclosure checks. Apply through DfE Apply, provider code R12, course code Q3X1. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year. Full-time; UK/Republic of Ireland. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year. Full-time. Source

Duration: 10 months full-time

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