Primary Professional Graduate Certificate in Education with QTS (PgCE) with Special Educational Needs (SEN) at University of Reading

Programme overview

A 10-month Primary Professional Graduate Certificate in Education with Special Educational Needs, leading to Qualified Teacher Status for teaching children aged five to 11 with disabilities. Trainees develop deeper knowledge of working with children with disabilities and undertake placements in mainstream schools with additional resource units as well as special schools. It focuses on the practical elements of training without master's-level academic work.

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

What you will study

Core subjects (English, maths and science), Professional Studies and the Foundation Subjects, with placements in mainstream and special school settings.

Career pathways

99% of graduates in full-time employment were in graduate-level work and/or study 15 months after the course (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23). Most graduates enter teaching in schools; others move into business, culture, art, healthcare, human resources and adult learning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally at least a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent from a university outside the UK. GCSE (or equivalent) grade 4 (C) or above in Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject. Interview required. Competence in Fundamental English and mathematics must be demonstrated by the end of the course (replacing the QTS skills tests). Occupational Health and Enhanced DBS checks on accepting an offer. English language for international applicants: IELTS 6.5 overall with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,380 a year (2027/28). Stated for 2027/28 entry, new UK/Republic of Ireland students. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year (2027/28). Stated for 2027/28 entry, new international students. Source

Duration: 10 months full-time

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