Course summary
The PGCE in Further Education at Worcester is a teaching qualification. It provides access to excellent learning and training opportunities across the FE sector: further education colleges, schools (14-19), work based learning and adult and community settings. The course is suitable for graduates who want to train to teach in the post 14 sector which is celebrated for the diversity of its learners, learning locations and subjects on offer. Trainees who complete the course will be eligible for apply for QTLS (Qualified Teacher Training and Skills) with the Society for Training. This is an additional qualification which is undertaken after the PGCE. It is equivalent to QTS and is suitable for those who may consider teaching post-14 learners in the schools sector. The course is designed to provide generic core content on teaching, learning and assessment. This is complemented by subject specialism content which is delivered in smaller subject groups. Collaborative working features across all aspects of course teaching and teaching practice; this approach is key to making the course successful, stimulating and enjoyable. Key Features
- Teaching placements in relevant settings to support effective subject specialism development
- Focus on current Professional Standards throughout the programme
- Progression route to Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) (equivalent to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Highly skilled and experienced tutors
- A cohesive programme which successfully links theory and practice through carefully chosen teaching, learning and assessment activities
- Collaborative, research-informed learning tasks
Modules
You will complete core studies which covers an introduction to Further Education, learner characteristics, the curriculum and planning teaching and assessment. You will extend your knowledge and understanding through the study of research informed practice and subject pedagogy in the second module. Semester 1 Mandatory module
- Learning Teaching and Assessment in FE and Skills
- Curriculum, research-informed practice and professionalism in FE and Skills
- Teaching practice module
Assessment method
The course provides opportunities to test understanding and learning informally through the completion of formative tasks. Formative tasks will generate content that can be used in formal, end of module assessment. Assessment methods include presentations, observation and critically reflective writing tasks which reference reading. Formal course assessment comprises 2 assignments and a professional portfolio The programme aims to train you to meet the Professional Standards for Teachers and Trainers in FE and Skills. Two assignments provide the opportunity to gain 60 credits at Master’s level. The course is an holistic model with frequent re-visiting of themes, topics and skills. The modules are: Module 1: Learning Teaching and Assessment in Further Education and Skills This module covers taught sessions in Semester 1 and culminates in Assignment 1 which is submitted towards the end of Semester 1 and is assessed at Master’s Level Module 2: Curriculum, research-informed practice and professionalism in FE and Skills This module focuses on practice, research and professional experience in the later part of the course and develops skills you will need to be a research- informed practitioner. The module culminates in the submission of Assignment 2 which is submitted in the later part of Semester 2 and is assessed at Master’s level. Professional and Personal Development Portfolio This portfolio focuses on evidence of your teaching practice. The course is assessed as pass or fail and you need to pass all three components to successfully complete the course.
Entry requirements
Honours degree (usually 2.2 and above) or equivalent/higher qualification in a relevant subject area; Grade C/4 in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent) passed at the time of entry; IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent for international students); Enhanced DBS and other safeguarding checks.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
Please see the university website for fee details.
Provider information
University of Worcester
Henwick Grove
Worcester
WR2 6AJ