Primary (QTS) University of Worcester

Overview

The PGCE - Primary (QTS) programme from University of Worcester offers an exceptional learning experience that instils a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference to the lives of the children you will teach whilst training and throughout your teaching career.

You’ll be taught by academic staff whose extensive research will provide you with vital and insightful knowledge of the teaching profession.

Key features

• The Primary PGCE is an initial teacher training and education course, designed to empower you to become a confident and competent qualified teacher.

• With 60 credits at Masters level, the Primary PGCE can open doors to further study and other employment opportunities.

• Full time and part time* routes available

• 120 days teaching in schools plus additional days which focus on very specific teaching skills

• You can either follow the Early Years (Ages 3-7) route or the Later Years (Ages 5-11) route.

• We also offer a PGCE Primary with PE pathway choice, the only university in the West Midlands to offer this specialism.

• In addition, we have a PGCE Primary SEND Specialism pathway that provides the opportunity to undertake a placement in a specialist SEND setting.

• You can apply directly to the University of Worcester or one of our regional hubs

• We have a strong partnership with our schools and organise placements for you in supportive environments, with access to expert colleagues and mentors to support you in completing your initial teacher training and gaining qualified teacher status through experiential learning.

• To find about Summer Schools abroad at the end of the PGCE course, please contact the course team.

Where could it take you?

• Upon successful completion of the PGCE course, you take with you a Career Entry Profile to start the process of your continuing professional development as a teacher.