Course summary
UCAS Code: S64 Primary Education (PGCE): 3D75 Campus Code G St Mary's University, Twickenham has been recognised as one of the highest quality providers of training for primary school teachers in the country, and their education courses have been judged by Ofsted to be ‘outstanding’. St Mary’s have franchised this successful programme to enable students to study at Wrexham University.
- Gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on completion of the programme.
- Wrexham University has a long history of teacher training and has close connections to many leading primary schools in the Wrexham area on the border between Wales and England. A significant amount of the programmes will be in school, where you progress from teaching small groups to whole classes.
- Your school experience will be with Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. Placements are organised by our Placement Learning Unit to ensure that you receive the appropriate level of support.
- You will be supported by a passionate and caring team of experienced tutors, who strive for excellence in the theory and practice of teaching. By studying with us, you will also have access to fantastic resources and support systems which will be available to you throughout your PGCE.
- Gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) on completion of the programme.
- Our primary teacher education courses are judged by Ofsted as ‘outstanding’ - the highest grade attainable in an Ofsted inspection.
- Students will be taught in lectures by experienced, expert practitioners in the field of education.
- There are many educational enrichment opportunities available for students to get involved with e.g. the certification of SAK4A (Sainsbury’s Active Kids for All).
- Students will have the opportunity to undertake a work placement in both Wales and England as part of their studies, allowing them to spend time in a particular educational setting of their choice and explore their own particular interests.
Modules
MODULES Contemporary Issues in Primary Education (Level 7) seeks to enhance trainees’ development as reflective practitioners by providing opportunities to reflect critically and analyse their own development as a teacher and learner. Within this module, elements of educational theory, the impact and importance of reflection and collaboration and the merits of values-led practice are explored. This leads trainees to develop an understanding of how personal and professional knowledge is constructed, advanced, and enhanced through reflection and practice. The Emergent Teacher as Reflective Practitioner (Level 7) seeks to enhance trainees’ development as reflective practitioners by providing opportunities to reflect critically and analyse their own development as a teacher and learner. Within this module, students can identify an area of enquiry which connects theory, reflection and practice. Identifying and exploring an area of self-selected enquiry will allow students to develop an understanding of how personal and professional knowledge is advanced and enhanced through reflection, engagement with scholarly literature and practice. A Professional Studies module unites university work with time spent in school developing links between theory and practice. This module aims to support trainees in the achievement of Qualified Teacher Status. This is done by providing trainees with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to be an effective primary practitioner. Emphasis is given to the cycle of planning, teaching, assessment, and evaluation. The course addresses the importance of the learning environment, behaviour for learning and achievement for all including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and those from diverse backgrounds. The Core Curriculum - as English, Mathematics and Science are all core subjects in the National Curriculum it is essential that students build upon their own subject knowledge and understanding in each of these key areas in order to teach these subjects effectively in the primary classroom. Throughout the module, students will have opportunities to develop their understanding of how to use assessment to inform teaching and learning in these three core subjects. Building a Broader Curriculum module which aims to develop trainees’ discrete knowledge, understanding and skills in all foundation subjects. It aims to help trainees explore and experience the inter-linked nature of learning in the primary school. Subjects include art, computing, design and technology, drama, geography, history, modern foreign languages, music, physical education, and Religious Education. Welsh and Curriculum for Wales 2022, for educational practitioners* (*short course). The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Students will get to teach and learn alongside creative, reflective and dynamic practitioners who are passionate about teaching children. The programme encourages you to increase your understanding of teaching and learning processes in order to develop and maintain the high levels of enthusiasm, ability and passion necessary within the teaching profession. Teaching will take place in interactive sessions. Tutors model good practice in the use of ICT and use lectures, seminars and group activities to stimulate and give you the confidence to be professional teachers. Assessments are used to ensure that you understand and can apply the knowledge you have gained whilst on the course - both in schools and on campus. This is done through a range of methods: Self-assessment Audit of Subject Knowledge for Maths, English and Science Presentations Micro-teaching Posters Essays Practical Sessions Assessment is ongoing and tracked against the Teachers Standards. High standards of attendance, punctuality and participation are required from all course participants. Assessment will be ongoing while students are on school placements.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Primary
Entry requirements
Applicants will need a Grade 4 / C in GCSE English, Maths and Science to be considered for the course (equivalency tests are also acceptable and available). They should also have an undergraduate degree with a minimum classification of 2:2. You will also need a satisfactory DBS and a good level of physical and mental fitness to teach. Please be advised that the start date for the Primary PGCE is 31st August 2023. Applications are made through the Department for Education's (DfE) application system.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wrexham University
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW