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PGCE Secondary Education with English

Plymouth Marjon University

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  • Qualification

    PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

  • Location

    Plymouth Marjon University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Course Summary

Do you want to become an outstanding English teacher? Our specialist PGCE in Secondary Education with English is a direct route to a career of which you can be proud. English develops an interest in literature, the role of language and this course develops a range of teaching styles appropriate to the delivery of English within the National Curriculum and GCSE/A Level specifications.

Our PGCE English prepares trainee teachers for a first appointment as a teacher of English in a secondary school and assess current developments in the subject and their possible effect on teaching in schools. To develop as a teacher, you will be learning about how pupils can engage positively with literature and language and how they can be helped to a better understanding of themselves and the world through English. Furthermore, our PGCE English trainees can take up ‘enhancements’ linked to other curriculum subjects e.g. primary phase or Special Education Needs and Diversity.

What might you become?

Plymouth Marjon University is widely renowned for producing excellent teachers. We have superb links with over 300 partnership schools throughout the South West, London and overseas and our graduates teach in schools across the country.

How will you be taught?

Collaborative learning, critical reflection and a strong culture of support underpin the English PGCE, and trainees will enjoy a stimulating and effective learning environment from start to finish.

You will have a minimum of 120 days in school in 2 block placements and 12 weeks in University undertaking a range of activities, teaching includes lectures, seminars, workshops, conferences, tutorials, independent study or research and school based training. Opportunity to be part of visiting writer seminar and workshops add depth to your experience.

How will you be assessed?

Assessment relates to your development of practice in school. All are coursework based, you will generate reflective journals, portfolios, essays and presentations.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 14,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Plymouth Marjon University

  • University League Table

    116th

  • Campus address

    Plymouth Marjon University, Derriford Road, Plymouth, Plymouth, PL6 8BH, England

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    59th out of 89 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 199
    122 55%

    68th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    34th

    27
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.27 85%

    8th

    1

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