PGCE Further Education

Entry requirements

You should have a good honours degree at 2.2 or above and demonstrate competence regarding communication. In your application you will need to indicate sound reasons for wanting to teach in post compulsory education and have a clear awareness and experience of the sector. Academic and/or industrial and commercial experience to demonstrate involvement with young people or adults in the community would be advantageous.

You will need to demonstrate your ability in writing in English academically through a reading/writing task at interview.

For more information on the IELTS (International English language Testing System) requirements for this course, please click here to visit our dedicated web page.

A good honours degree (2:2 and above) in your chosen specialist subject or a cognisant subject.

English and maths at GCSE (Grade C or Grade 4 above, or equivalent).

Successful completion of the Occupational Health Clearance and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For more information on English language requirements for this course, please click here to visit our dedicated web page.

We're interested in your potential as a teacher and so each application is considered on a case-by-case basis. We are looking for applicants who demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to becoming an outstanding secondary teacher. Your application will need to be supported by one professional reference. (References from personal email accounts cannot be accepted).

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our PGCE Further Education course prepares you for a career in the lifelong learning sector, equipping you with the appropriate skills and knowledge, as well as making you eligible to apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills status (QTLS).

We accommodate most subject specialisms through, you can choose between completing the course in one-year, full-time at the university or as a part-time two-year course at our partner college, College of Haringey, Enfield and north-east London.

Whether you choose to attend the course in Canterbury or in London, you will be taught by the subject experts. Once qualified, you could find work in many settings - from further education and sixth form colleges to adult and community learning; work-based learning or prison education. In fact, anywhere where teaching and training happens after school education.

The course is designed for those seeking employment in the post-compulsory sector. The course is endorsed by the Education and Training Foundation, and those obtaining the PGCE Further Education will be eligible to apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status through membership of The Society for Education and Training

.Enter an exciting and rewarding profession that enables you to positively impact on the life of all learners in the further education and skills sector. Train to be a teacher in the 14+ age-range with Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) on a course where successful completion will enable you to gain 120 credits, 60 of which are at level 7, equivalent to master's credits.

Our evidenced-based and research-informed approach to Initial Teacher Education (ITE) will equip you with the knowledge, understanding, and skills you need to improve the lives of young people and adults. With an emphasis on social justice and inclusion, we will support and challenge you to fulfil your full potential as an education professional.

Our partnership means you will benefit from the opportunity to learn in a diverse range of placements settings from highly experienced and knowledgeable education professionals, ensuring the development of your specialist subject and pedagogical knowledge.

You will benefit from the opportunity to learn in a diverse range of placement settings from highly experienced and knowledgeable education professionals, ensuring the development of your specialist subject and pedagogical knowledge.

With an emphasis on social justice and inclusion, we will support and challenge you to fulfil your full potential as an education professional.

Our evidenced-based and research-informed approach to Initial Teacher Education will equip you with the knowledge, understanding, and skills you need to improve the lives of young people and adults.

Whether you attend the course at CCCU or in London, you will be taught by the subject experts. Once qualified, you could find work in many settings - from further education and sixth form colleges to adult and community learning; work-based learning or prison education. In fact, anywhere teaching and training happens after school education.

Information for international students

Canterbury Christ Church University welcomes applications from International Students. For more information please visit our website.

Fees and funding

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