PGCE Computer Science

Portsmouth College

Bachelor's degree

In Portsmouth

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Portsmouth

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why take this course? If you: are enthusiastic about working with young people are an analytical problem solver enjoy engaging in both theoretical and practical activities are innovative, confident and creative then the newly developed PGCE in Computer Science at the University of Portsmouth will train you to teach computer science fast moving curriculum area, combining a rewarding career with a necessary subject for 21st-century pupils. The course provides you with a chance to equip your pupils with a deeper understanding of computer science, and thus inspire the next generation of technology leaders, innovators and programmers. 

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Location

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Portsmouth (Hampshire)
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Tangier Road, PO3 6PZ.

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

What will I experience? On this course you will: Undertake placements with our network of experience training schools Train in classroom management techniques as you study the theory underpinning them Develop your subject knowledge Develop programming skills appropriate for use in schools. Learn to plan, prepare and teach engaging lessons. Produce resources and materials to aid your teaching.

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Subjects

  • IT

Course programme

Training Programme code: 1X99

This subject is currently attracting tax free bursaries of up to £20,000, and the BCS (The Chartered Institute for IT) is offering tax free sponsorships of £25,000; read more at http:///get-into-teaching/subjects-age-groups/computer-science.

  • are enthusiastic about working with young people
  • are an analytical problem solver
  • enjoy engaging in both theoretical and practical activities
  • are innovative, confident and creative

Additional information

Duration
1 year full time
Entry
A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, ideally with approximately 50% Computer Science content or other relevant experience. GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C or above, or equivalent. If in doubt about your qualifications or suitability for the course please contact the course leader for advice. All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview. All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance. All applicants must pass the National College for Teaching and Leadership's professional skills tests in literacy and numeracy before starting the course. Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.
Fees

UK/EU/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students
2016/17 entry: full time: £9,000
2017/18 entry: full time: £9,250

This course is not eligible for Government Postgraduate Loan

International students 

2016/17 entry: full time: £12,000
2017/18 entry: full time: £12,600

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Department
School of Education and Childhood Studies

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