PGCE - Primary - Mathematics at University of Worcester - UCAS

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Course summary

At Worcester we were born to teach. The institution was founded in 1946 as a teacher training college with a mission to 'win the peace through education'. At Worcester, we offer a unique opportunity for you to train as a primary mathematics teacher. The course is led by experienced academic staff who are at the forefront of developments being carried out in schools in the area of mathematics teaching, ensuring that your learning is shaped by those helping to shape education itself. We provide an ideal environment to hone your skills as an inspiring and innovative mathematics teacher. Key features

  • Worcester is one of the country's leading providers of teaching training, with an excellent reputation in this area
  • Personalised support that continues beyond your study and in to the early stages of your career, helping you to identify your development needs and excel as a teacher
  • With 60 credits at Masters level and a strong international reputation, a PGCE can take you anywhere, from Masters study to a job on the other side of the world.
  • The PGCE explores pedagogy, practice and wider issues of education and society, enhancing your prospects as a practitioner and potentially a future leader in the profession
  • Take part in collaborative research with schools to develop practice and enhance children's learning of and love for mathematics

Modules

  • The Developing Teacher (30 credits at Masters level)
  • The Learning Child (30 credits at Masters Level)
  • Life in School: School Experience (Qualified Teacher Status)

Assessment method

The course provides opportunities to test understanding and learning informally through the completion of subject audits, formative assessments, tasks completed during lectures and enhancement activities. Assessment methods include an assignment for both Level 7 modules, the Developing Teacher and the Learning Child. On school experience, you are formatively assessed against our University of Worcester Curriculum. You will work with school colleagues alongside University tutors to complete reflections and activities in school to support your formative assessment. This will build towards your assessment against the Teachers’ Standards at the end of your course. Throughout your course, you will be supported to prepare for your transition into your early career teacher years through the Career Entry Profile, as part of your Continuing Professional Development.


Entry requirements

Please check the University website for up-to-date entry requirements. An Honours degree normally (2:2) or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in Mathematics, Science, Engineering or Mathematics related degrees. Non-Mathematical degrees are welcome. You should demonstrate through your application the relevance of your experience and commitment to the Maths pathway. Applicants with a 3rd class degree will be considered on an individual basis. A level in Maths (grade B or above) or an equivalent qualification*. Grade C/level 4 at GCSE in Mathematics (or equivalent) English and Science (or equivalent) (or 2021 entry, applicants must have these qualifications by the start of the course). Alternatively, we offer equivalency exams if you don’t have the required GCSE grade to apply for our courses. Trainees who begin courses before providing evidence of the required GCSE standard (or equivalent) will not be eligible for financial incentives, such as bursaries or grants, until they achieve the required standard. School experience is desirable, but not essential prior to an interview. At interview we will discuss relevant prior school experience or opportunities applicants have had to work with school aged children. It is at this point that we would discuss with a candidate whether additional school experience would support an individual in their decision that teaching is right for them. NB Interviews will continue throughout 2020 and be conducted online. Applicants will be contacted directly with more details.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Additional fee information

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PGCE - Primary - Mathematics at University of Worcester - UCAS