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University of Derby: PGCE Primary School Direct
| Institution | University of Derby View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | PGCE courses |
| Web | www.derby.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Qualify as a primary teacher by training and learning ‘on the job’ for a year. We have joined forces with schools across the East Midlands to give you an excellent head start in one of the most important professions you could choose. Follow the School Direct route if you want to spend most of your time learning how to teach in schools Receive recommendation for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on a course ranked as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted - the highest possible accolade Choose a route that matches your career aspirations - choose Early Years (3-7), Primary (5-11) or Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) which encompasses either Early Years (3-7) or Primary (5-11) Benefit from our strong network of partnership schools so that you gain varied, challenging and effective practical experience Be inspired by our team of dedicated, friendly tutors who are renowned internationally for high quality teaching and research Take your career prospects to the next level: at the end of this course, you will receive 60 credits towards a masters degree
PGCE
| Level | NFQ Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must have a good UK Honours degree (preferably 2:1) or equivalent, plus grade C or above in GCSE Mathematics, English Language and a Science. You need to have already gained the required GCSE grades when you apply. There are currently a range of equivalences which can be accepted - please contact our Admissions team if you need clarification. You will be required to have successfully completed the National College for Teaching and Leadership’s Skills Tests in literacy and numeracy in order to secure a place on the course. We offer Skills Test preparation days to help you to gain the knowledge to successfully complete the tests. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required at the point of accepting a place at the University. The Disclosure and Barring Service was established when the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) merged in 2012 and will now provide the criminal records checking service for this course. International student applications are welcomed and applicants must hold the above qualifications or equivalent with an IELTS score of 7.0 or above, with 6.5 in each skills area. |
| Location | Derby University |
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