Secondary Design and Technology - Food, Textiles and Product Design Birmingham City University

Overview

Embarking on a career as a secondary design technology teacher is both rewarding and impactful. The PGCE in Secondary Design and Technology - Food, Textiles and Product Design (Hons) at Birmingham City University prepares you to become a skilled educator who can motivate students to merge their creative abilities with practical competencies. This course is designed for individuals who wish to teach students aged 11 to 16, with opportunities for post-16 enhancement.

Why Secondary Design and Technology - Food, Textiles and Product Design (Hons) at Birmingham City University?

Birmingham City University is a prominent institution, hosting over 31,000 students from more than 100 countries. The university's strong emphasis on practice-based learning ensures that you gain hands-on experience essential for teaching. Our curriculum is crafted by research-active experts, integrating university learning with school-based training, making it responsive to the evolving needs of the educational sector. Our partnerships with numerous schools across the West Midlands provide diverse placement opportunities, ensuring you are well-prepared for your teaching career.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the PGCE in Secondary Design and Technology - Food, Textiles and Product Design (Hons) are as follows:

• National students: £9,535 per year
• International students: £17,690 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum for this PGCE course encompasses a range of core modules, each designed to enhance your teaching capabilities:

• Secondary Professional Studies (20 credits) - Focusing on professionalism in education.
• Secondary Subject Pedagogy: Design and Technology (20 credits) - Exploring the teaching of design and technology.
• Professional Enquiry (20 credits) - Developing skills for reflective practice and enquiry in education.
• School Experience 1 (0 credits) - Practical teaching experience in a school environment.
• School Experience 2 (0 credits) - Further practical experience to consolidate teaching skills.

The course structure ensures that you spend two-thirds of your time in schools, gaining valuable insights and practical experience, while the remaining third is dedicated to university-based learning.

Industry Demand

The demand for qualified design and technology teachers is consistently high, particularly in the West Midlands. Graduates from this programme have successfully found employment in numerous schools across the region, reflecting the strong employability rates associated with this course.

Guaranteed Work Experience

As part of the course, students are required to complete a minimum of two placements, ensuring that practical teaching experience is integral to their training. This hands-on approach equips you with the skills necessary to thrive in a classroom environment.

Careers with Secondary Design and Technology - Food, Textiles and Product Design (Hons)

Graduates of this PGCE programme often secure positions in various educational settings, including secondary schools and further education institutions. Many alumni have taken on roles as early career teachers in the West Midlands, contributing to the teaching workforce and inspiring the next generation of students.