Program start date | Application deadline |
2023-09-01 | 2023-08-01 |
2024-09-01 | - |
2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Develop the skills, knowledge and professional values to enhance your teaching career within the further education and skills sector. This nationally endorsed qualification prepares you for the challenges and rewards of teaching in a variety of environments, including further education colleges, adult and community education and the public sector. Qualify ready to enter the workplace.
Take advantage of opportunities to network with potential employers. Follow in the footsteps of many of our trainees and possibly go on to find employment within the organisations you work with during your placement. After completing this course you'll have the option to gain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status.
Key features
- Receive 'excellent support from tutors and mentors and make good progress in developing the skills and attributes to become accomplished teachers' (Ofsted, 2014).
- Spend two days a week on placement in a further education and skills setting.
- Benefit from highly skilled and qualified tutors with many years’ experience in the further education and skills sector.
- Take advantage of opportunities to network with potential employers. Follow in the footsteps of many of our trainees and possibly go on to find employment within the organisations you work with during your placement.
- Demonstrate innovation, creativity and enterprise throughout your time on the programme and benefit from the way education for sustainable development is embedded in the programme. There is a strong research base across the partnership which underpins these and other developments in the programme
- Work closely with your fellow trainees, learning together and from one another, with peer-support is an important part of the programme’s philosophy and organisation.
- Tailored for applicants who hold a bachelors or masters degree. The PGCE is available to those who do not hold one of these qualifications
- Take your qualifications to the next level - after completing this course you'll have the option to gain Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status
- We work with the local General and Specialist Further Colleges and would invite applicants with a range of qualifications and relevant experience.
Overview:
- Founded in 1862 as the Plymouth School of Navigation
- Received university status in 1992
- Home to over 20,000 students from over 100 countries
- Recognized for its research excellence, with over 90% of research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
- Notable achievements include:
- First university in the UK to offer a degree in Marine Biology
- Developed the world's first artificial reef
- Home to the Marine Institute, a leading center for marine research and innovation
Student Life:
- Over 100 student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Active Students' Union representing student interests and providing support
- Modern campus with a range of facilities, including:
- Student Hub with social spaces, cafes, and shops
- Library with over 500,000 books and resources
- Sports Centre with a gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes
- Student support services include:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Disability support
- International student support
- Accommodation advice
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various disciplines, including:
- Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
- Business, Law, and Politics
- Health and Social Care
- Marine Science and Engineering
- Science and Technology
- Faculty of over 1,000 academic staff, many of whom are world-renowned experts in their fields
- Innovative teaching methodologies, including:
- Problem-based learning
- Simulation and modeling
- Experiential learning
- Academic support services include:
- Academic Skills Centre
- Writing Centre
- Mathematics Support Centre
- Unique academic programs and initiatives:
- Plymouth Institute of Education, offering teacher training and education research
- Centre for Marine and Coastal Research, a leading center for marine science
- Centre for Sustainable Futures, focusing on sustainability and environmental issues
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Ranked in the top 100 universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2023)
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research
- Specialized facilities, such as the Marine Institute and the Centre for Sustainable Futures
- Strong industry connections, providing opportunities for internships and placements
- Notable alumni include:
- Sir Ben Ainslie, Olympic sailor
- Dame Judi Dench, actress
- Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health Centre providing medical and dental services
- Accommodation services, including on-campus halls of residence and private housing
- Library with extensive resources and support services
- Technology support, including IT helpdesk and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services, including career counseling, CV writing, and interview preparation
English Language Requirements
Most courses at University of Plymouth have the following minimum language requirements. We advise you always check the exact entry requirements before apply to any course, don't forget we are always on hand to help.
IELTS ACADEMIC
7
TOEFL
76
PTE
59