PGCE Modern Languages (German with Italian) with QTS at University of York

Programme overview

A PGCE with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in modern languages, with German as the first language and Italian as the second, delivered through the University-based core route. It prepares trainees to teach modern languages at Key Stages 3 and 4 (ages 11-16) with a post-16 enhancement. Two-thirds of the learning time is spent in school placements, and the course carries 60 Masters-level credits.

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

What you will study

University-based training in modern languages teaching (grammar and phonics teaching, lesson planning, reflective practice, use of ICT) combined with two contrasting secondary school placements, a primary placement and a one-week professional enrichment placement. Assessment is through a lesson observation, an evaluation of teaching and learning and an in-depth focus study.

Career pathways

Secondary school language teacher, private language tutor, educational administrator, education consultant, training and development executive, youth worker.

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree 2:2 or equivalent in German; combined honours degrees are accepted where German makes up at least 50% of the award. Applicants who have only previously studied German may be considered on the condition that they complete a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course. Applicants whose degree is not in German or a related subject may be offered a place with a postgraduate degree in German or grade B at A level German; a Subject Knowledge Enhancement course may be required before the PGCE if the degree is less than 50% German. Native speakers of German may be considered even if their degree is not in a related subject. GCSE Mathematics grade 4 (C) and GCSE English grade 4 (C) are required in addition to any English language requirements. English language (applicants whose first language is not English): IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component; PTE Academic 60 (52 Listening, 53 Reading, 65 Speaking, 59 Writing); TOEFL 4.5 with 5 in Listening and 4.5 in each other component; other accepted tests are listed by the university.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK (home), 1 year full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 27,800 a year (2027/28). International and EU, 1 year full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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