PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) (PART TIME)

Our two year in-service programme is run in partnership with the University of East London (UEL). Over the two years you will explore the theoretical, sociological and practical aspects of becoming a good teacher. Whatever your subject specialism, you could pass on your knowledge and expertise to other people. You will learn as you teach through a supported teaching placement which is underpinned by the taught elements of the course.

Your studies will include the following topics:

• The psychological background to planning teaching and learning;
• Managing student behaviour;
• Supporting students with specific needs;
• Educational policies and procedures;
• How to manage the learning environment;
• Developing resources and approaches to teaching and learning.

You will be assessed via module assignments and observations of professional teaching practice.

There are six modules of study:

• Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector: classroom practice and craft;
• Assessment and feedback;
• Learner support;
• Learning from policies - context and practice;
• Active research inquiry;
• Portfolio of professional development and practice.