BEng Secondary Computing

Course description
Learn how to share your enthusiasm for computing to inspire the next generation of students. This course enables you to gain qualified teacher status (QTS) with a subject specialism in secondary computing, enabling you to teach in secondary schools and post-16 colleges.
Computing teachers are in high demand, so the job prospects on qualification are excellent. As computing is a priority subject, you could be eligible for a tax free bursary of up to £25,000.
On the course you develop the skills, knowledge and understanding to teach pupils of all abilities by
• enhancing your subject knowledge and skills
• developing an understanding of the different pedagogical methods required to be an effective computing teacher
• learning to use relevant literature, research and educational theories relating to teaching computing and the wider curriculum
• using a variety of techniques to assess and monitor pupil progress
• learning about the ways schools and the education system function
• understanding different techniques and approaches to classroom and behaviour management
• learning how to plan effective lessons and develop resources which will enable all students to engage with your lessons
• learning about the wider role of teachers in school
• applying your skills and knowledge in a school setting
• developing your evaluation and reflection skills
• meeting QTS standard for teaching.
You complete two periods of school-based training in 11–16 or 11–18 settings. This allows you to experience the full progression through at least two key stages. In total you spend around 120 days on school-based training.
While on placement you benefit from excellent support and mentoring from a university-trained mentor as well as continued support from your university based tutor. Many students also manage to secure positions in the schools they have trained in.
All of our practical sessions take place in a purpose built computing...