Course summary
Our modern foreign language programme will provide you with a theoretical framework for language teaching, closely integrated with practical advice on the preparation and delivery of effective and engaging language lessons. For more information about the French pathway, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/education-pg/pgce-secondary-education-modern-languages-french For more information about the German pathway, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/education-pg/pgce-secondary-education-modern-languages-german For more information about the Spanish pathway, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/education-pg/pgce-secondary-education-modern-languages-spanish
Modules
Sample modules may include:
- The reflective teacher
- Investigating practice
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:
- Secondary
Entry requirements
Entry requirements: Normally a 2.2 undergraduate degree or equivalent in any subject. IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0 You will need to have achieved Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE Mathematics and English Language or equivalent qualifications. As part of the application process for this programme, you will be required to attend an interview. We normally require native speakers of the language to be taught to have studied another language to a high level. You will also need to demonstrate competence in Fundamental English and mathematics by the end of the course. This is a new DfE requirement which replaces the QTS skills tests in literacy and numeracy. If you accept an offer with us you will also be required to successfully complete Occupational Health and Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure checks.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £10800 | Whole course |
EU | £22350 | Whole course |
England | £10800 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £10800 | Whole course |
Scotland | £10800 | Whole course |
Wales | £10800 | Whole course |
Channel Islands | £10800 | Whole course |
International | £22350 | Whole course |
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
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH