Course summary
The primary teacher education course is designed for graduates who are committed to becoming primary school teachers. It trains you to teach children in the five to 11 age range, with a focus on PE teaching. You could also be eligible for the highest range of tax-free training bursaries. As a trainee, you will learn how to teach the entire primary curriculum as well as choose a particular route in sports and PE. The Primary PGCE with Sport and Wellbeing route is designed to give you additional expertise, confidence, and skills to take on a leadership role in PE teaching and PSHE in the future. East London offers multicultural, multilingual and vibrant schools in which to learn, but your training at UEL will qualify you to teach anywhere in England or Wales. Our PGCE team is made up of experienced practitioners who have worked in a range of primary and Early Years settings across London as classroom teachers, curriculum coordinators, advisory teachers and school leaders. At UEL you will be part of a diverse community of students. We want to bring to east London a teacher workforce that reflects the local community and, in 2013-14, 24 per cent of our Primary PGCE trainees were men.
Modules
Year 1 Active Enquiry and Intervention: Impacting upon Learner Progress (Core Modules) The aims of this module are: To develop knowledge and understanding of critical thinking, reflective practice and educational research; To develop an awareness of action research - its processes, practices and relevance for reflective educational practice and change; To develop knowledge of pedagogy, through primary research and the critical evaluation of theory and literature; For trainee teachers to carry out a classroom intervention informed by reading and research activity and to reflect critically on the process; To demonstrate a practical appreciation of evidence-informed teaching; To identify appropriate classroom strategies to develop learning and teaching which are informed through educational research, evidence and scholarship. To apply classroom strategies informed by scholarship to a specific educational context and setting. School-Based Learning: Reflections on Practice (Mental Wealth) (Core Modules) This module focuses on the development of professional practice in a practical context. It provides an initial experience of teaching and learning in a primary school environment. This module focuses on best practices in primary teaching, based on current research. With the support of an experienced mentor, this module aims: to support students in understanding a range of key issues and curriculum initiatives related to teaching practice, and to implement this knowledge during their school-based experience to enable students to meet the relevant Teachers’ Standards for Qualified Teacher Status to enable students to support children’s learning and development effectively in the classroom Developing and extending understanding of a specific area/subject (SEN) (Core Modules) The aim of this module is: To support trainees in engagement with theory/research to support and reflect on classroom practice and pedagogy. To understand the development of children’s learning, drawing on the contribution of key theorists and identify different pedagogic models. Provide a critical review of the relevant background reading. Monitor and evaluate, through observational records, the development of the children’s learning Provide a critical appraisal of learning with reference to a focus student. To reflect on the implementation of the pedagogic model/ theoretical perspectives and to identify modifications or adaptations for future practice.
Assessment method
Your course will lead to the recommendation of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You also have to complete assignments that contribute to your understanding of teaching and learning and carry academic credit, leading to the award of a PGCE. You will complete two Level 7 (master's level) assignments. For both of these you will need to read and understand literature about good practice and then think and write about your own practice. The 60 Level 7 credits will contribute to the PGCE award.
Entry requirements
Accepted Qualifications 2:2 honours degree (refer third or pass degree to tutor) in any subject for Primary. Maths, English and Science at GCSE A*-C/9-4. Applicant must have at least one GCSE passed or pending. Mature applicants and those without formal qualifications As an inclusive university, we recognise those who have been out of education for some time may not have the formal qualifications usually required. We welcome applications from those who can demonstrate their enthusiasm and commitment to study and have the relevant life/work experience that equips them to succeed on the course. We will assess this from the information provided in your application or may request additional information such as a CV or attendance at an interview. Please note that some courses require applicants to meet the entry requirements outlined.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD