Program Overview

PGCE Secondary German with Lead Programme Partners

Overview

The PGCE Secondary German with Lead Programme Partners is a one-year postgraduate certificate in education that enables students to become outstanding German teachers with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The program is designed to provide students with extended periods of career-boosting on-the-job experience and selection and training by a specific school in Greater Manchester.

Entry Requirements

• Full entry requirements can be found on the university's website.
• Students should normally have a good honours degree (2:2 or above) in German or a related subject.
• Applicants must also have a GCSE grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics.

Application and Selection

• Applications should be made through the government website.
• The selection process typically involves an interview and a teaching task.

Course Details

• The program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the principles of teaching and learning, as well as the skills and knowledge required to become an effective teacher.
• Students will spend extended periods of time in schools, working with experienced teachers and mentors to develop their teaching skills.
• The program also includes a range of academic modules, including "Theories of Learning and Teaching" and "Curriculum Design and Development".

Careers

• Graduates of the program will be qualified to teach German in secondary schools and will have a range of career opportunities available to them.
• The program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to become an effective teacher, as well as the ability to think critically and reflectively about their practice.

Scholarships and Funding

• There are three types of Government funding available for teacher training: tax-free bursary or scholarship, tuition fee loan and maintenance loan, and extra financial support if you're a parent or have an adult dependant or a disability.
• The university also offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support students during their studies.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• The program is designed to address the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality education.
• The program aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Regulated by the Office for Students

• The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS).
• The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high quality education that prepares them for the future and by protecting their interests.