Program Overview

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Primary with English as an Additional Language PGCE

Overview

The primary teacher education course is designed for graduates who are committed to becoming primary school teachers. It trains you to teach children in the five to 11 age range.

Course Options

• PGCE
  • Start date: September 2025
  • Duration: 1 year (full-time)

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with minimum Second Class (2:2) or equivalent in any subject.
• GCSE English, Maths and Science grade A*-C/9-4.
• Satisfactory references.
• Satisfactory personal statement.

International Qualifications

We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications.

Mature Applicants and Those Without Formal Qualifications

As an inclusive university, we recognise those who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course.

Interview

An interview is required with a member of the academic teaching team.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Applicants for this course are required to complete a Student Suitability Declaration and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Health Check

Applicants for this course are required to complete an occupational health check.

Fees, Funding and Additional Costs

Fees

• Home Applicant: TBC per year
• International Applicant: £15,560 per year

Funding

• Postgraduate Loans Scheme: £10,280 to fund your Masters Programme under the Postgraduate Loans (PGL) scheme
• Postgraduate Scholarship: Apply for a 50 per cent discount on your tuition fees
• Alumni Discount: Up to 15% fee waiver (exclusions apply)
• Early Payment Discount: 5% fee waiver
• Asylum Seekers scholarship: 100% fee waiver
• Civic Engagement: £1,000
• Hardship Bursary: Up to £2,000
• Sport Scholarships: Up to £6,000

Additional Costs

• Textbooks
• Computer equipment
• Printing
• Travel

Learn About Applying

Important Information About Your Application

• UK Full-time starting Sept: Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button.
• UK Part-time starting Sept: Apply directly to UEL by clicking on the apply button.
• International Full-time starting Sept: Submitting your application requires reading and considering the entry and visa requirements for this course.

What Makes This Course Different

• Rated Outstanding by Ofsted: Our primary and further education provision has been rated outstanding by Ofsted.
• Qualified Teacher Status: The University of East London has a particularly strong track record of supporting men and trainees from culturally diverse groups to gain Qualified Teacher Status.
• 94% of Graduates Working in Teaching: Within six months of completing the course, 94 per cent of UEL Primary PGCE trainees have secured a teaching post.

Course Modules

Year 1

• Active Enquiry and Intervention: Impacting upon Learner Progress Core Module
• Developing and extending understanding of a specific area/subject (SEN) Core Module
• School-Based Learning: Reflections on Practice (Mental Wealth) Core Module

How You'll Learn

• Teaching: Keynote lectures and follow-up seminars
• Placement: Two blocks of full-time school-based training on the course, each twelve weeks long

How You'll Be Assessed

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Your course will lead to the recommendation of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Assignments: You will complete two Level 7 (master's level) assignments.

Campus and Facilities

• Stratford Campus, London, E15 4LZ: Our historic Stratford campus is located in one of the best-connected areas of London.

Who Teaches This Course

• Course Leader: Anna Gawthorpe
• Department: Department of Education, School of Childhood and Social Care

Related Courses

• PGCE Primary With STEM
• PGCE Primary With Early Years (3-7)
• PGCE Primary With The Arts