Program Overview
Computing Subject Knowledge Enhancement
Overview
Develop subject knowledge in computing and prepare to teach the subject effectively to learners aged 11-16 on this flexible free enhancement course for those with an offer of a place on our PGCE in Secondary Computing.
What you'll study
- Course content
- Teaching and assessment
If your degree is in a subject which is not predominantly related to Computing and/or Computer Science, and you wish to train as teacher of Computing then this course will be suitable for you prior to a Secondary Computing PGCE. It is designed for applicants without a breadth and depth of Computer Science in their degree who may need to improve their subject knowledge as a condition of entry to the PGCE. The length of the course depends on your qualifications and experience and will be discussed as part of the interview process.
The course is designed to address subject knowledge gaps in the following areas with a particular focus on understanding algorithms and programming:
- Interpreting and writing algorithms
- Programming in a variety of languages including Python
- Systems testing
- Data encoding and representation
- Number systems
- Computer systems and architecture
- Relational databases
- Computer networks
- Computing legislation
How you'll study
The course length will be determined by your prior subject knowledge on application / interview. The course is divided into individual units, each requiring 50 hours of learning time, normally within a space of two weeks. This learning is predominantly online with some campus sessions. You will be expected to engage in substantial supported self-study.
How you'll be assessed
There are no formal examinations. You will build a portfolio from directed activities.
Entry criteria
You may apply for the course if you have been offered a place on the PGCE Secondary Computing QTS (11-16) at Edge Hill University.
Completion of this subject knowledge enhancement course may form part of your offer conditions for a place on the PGCE Secondary Computing with QTS (11-16). Please note, however, that completion of this subject knowledge enhancement course does not necessarily qualify you for a place on the PGCE unless this is made clear at the time the offer is made. This will be discussed with you if you are called for an interview.
Facilities
The Faculty of Education enjoys the enviable position of being one of the country’s leading providers of transformative education, training and research for the teaching and education workforce. Housed in a state-of-the-art £9m building, the Faculty of Education enjoys a stunning setting from both its lakeside and piazza buildings.
Facilities in the lakeside building include a 300-seat lecture theatre, five well-equipped ICT suites, and 18 teaching rooms complete with the latest technology.
Our nearby piazza building houses our Research Hub and our Secondary and Further Education department including a lecture theatre and a number of seminar rooms.
Finance
- 2024/25
- 2025/26
Tuition fees
UK Full-Time
Free of charge for the course
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