Program Overview

PGCE Secondary – Mathematics

Overview

Our postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) will prepare you to become an inspirational Maths teacher with varied school placements, interactive lesson simulations, and tailored tutor support.

Course Details

• Duration: 1 year full-time
• Location: Worcester
• Fees:
  • UK: £9,535
  • International: £17,900

Entry Requirements

• Honours degree: Normally 2:2 or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject area.
• GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications.

Course Content

• Mandatory modules:
  • Meeting the Teachers’ Standards
  • Developing Teaching and Learning
  • Evidence Informed Teaching
  • Placement
• Enhancement Activities:
  • Technology enhanced learning
  • Teenage mental health

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching: A mix of interactive seminars, classroom simulations, and one-to-one tutorials.
• Assessment: Creating a learning resource, delivering a presentation, and writing reflective essays.

Careers

• Job prospects: Most of our students quickly find jobs after graduation, thanks to the confidence they’ve gained on the course, the connections they make on placement, and our excellent reputation with schools in the Midlands region.
• Career paths: Maths teacher, leadership roles within schools, curriculum leaders, special educational needs coordinators, key stage leaders, deputies, or head teachers.

Placements

• Duration: A minimum of 120 days of placement, teaching Maths in two different schools.
• Schools: We have a strong relationship with over 100 partnership schools, where you will be supported by subject specialist mentors.

Regional Training Hubs

• Option to apply: You can apply to study a PGCE directly with the University or with one of our partner Regional Training Hubs.
• Hub benefits: The hub will organise your placements within their network of schools, and you will do a mix of training at their sites and at the University.