Course Overview

Trainees will undertake a significant teaching practice placement that will form an integral part of their training as a teacher. During their order, trainees will receive support from a designated mentor who will provide formative feedback verbally and in writing.

Mentors receive detailed information about the course and their role and are required to undertake mentor training (this is available via face-to-face sessions, on a 1-2-1 basis or via completion of a distance training package). There is regular communication between mentors and the University-based teaching team.

During placement, trainees will continue to be supported by tutors

Appropriate careers are in the teaching role in learning and skills sector educational contexts. Graduates go on to work in various professions, including further education colleges and training organisations, secondary schools or higher education. Other students have taken the opportunity to further their studies on relevant continuing professional development or master’s courses at the University.

General Eligibility

• GCSE (or standard equivalent) in English grade C (4) or above.

• Level 3 or equivalent in the intended subject specialism.

• Satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

• A teaching practice placement of at least 100 hours in an appropriate context.

Successful completion of a formal interview that demonstrates:

• intellectual and academic suitability for the course;

• appropriate attitudes and values expected of a teacher working in the education and training sector;

• the ability to communicate clearly and accurately in standard English.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).