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PGCE Secondary School Direct (English)
University of Manchester

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Qualification

PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
Location

Main Campus
Study mode

Full time
Start date

14-SEP-26
Duration

1 Year

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Course summary

PGCE Secondary School Direct (English) provides you with the practical training and theoretical knowledge required to become an outstanding English teacher. Compared with non-School Direct teacher trainees, you will benefit from additional time in school before the PGCE starts and follow a modified version of the course. Throughout, you will focus on the 11-16 age range in order to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), learning to teach the National Curriculum and related national strategies surrounding GCSE, AS and A2-level study. The majority of the course focuses upon practical training in teaching and learning-related skills. You will enjoy extended periods of school experience, which will provide opportunities to work in a Primary setting and to teach in at least two different Secondary schools. In total, 25 weeks of your PGCE will be spent experiencing and working in different types of school. This practical training is underpinned by the development of your knowledge and understanding of educational theories, ideas and concepts, including current issues and developments.