You will study a variety of modules across your programme of study. The module details given below are subject to change and are the latest example of the curriculum available on this course of study.
We believe that the most effective path to becoming an outstanding teacher is a gradual one, filled with plenty of support and opportunities to put what you’ve learnt into practice in two stages. Our PGCE Secondary courses have been designed specifically to provide supported development of your teaching skills and a gradual introduction to your new profession.
Each stage consists of a University-based training block and school-based training block.
Stage
Structure
A - September to December
Introduction to teaching
Three months of integrated training, in which you’ll spend three days a week, then four days a week in your Stage A school. The other days will be spent learning with your peers, in order to support you to become a skillful and resilient teacher who is expert in English pedagogy.
B – January to June
Developing your knowledge and preparing you for your new career
You’ll start a second placement in a different school for Stage B. Ongoing support from, and fortnightly training days at University will continue until the end of Stage B. This stage includes targeted support and training to help you secure your first teaching job, alongside the development of your teaching skills.
In this placement, you will continue to be supported by your University subject tutor, your school mentor and a link tutor who liaises frequently between school and University.