Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Further Education and Skills Sector) (Full-time)

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The full-time Professional Graduate Certificate in Education ( PGCE ) course is designed to encourage students to achieve the aims through engaging in activities which are directly related to their own teaching context. Students are assessed through a mixture of essays, reports, assignments and practical tasks as appropriate for the learning outcomes of each individual module.

Holders of these awards may apply for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status which is conferred by the Institute for Learning (IfL). From 1 April 2012 IfL members with QTLS status are recognised as qualified to teach in schools.

The full-time PGCE route is a one year, pre-service teacher training programme. This qualification does not cover primary school teaching.

My tutors are very supportive and I am receiving lots of constructive advice and feedback to help me become a better teacher.


PGCE Course Modules

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PGCE Module outline

All of our graduates are practising teachers. Previous trainees have gone on to study further specialist teaching qualifications, for example the level 5 Certificate in Continuing Education Teaching Literacy and ESOL or the level 5 Certificate in Teaching Numeracy) or have progressed to Masters’ level study. There are other opportunities to work in teaching and/or management in any post-compulsory educational setting.

Satisfactory attendance of an interview day during which you will conduct a micro-teach session, conduct literacy and numeracy assessments, take part in a group discussion and have a one to one interview with a member of the core team. You are also required to hold an honours degree, minimum level 2 qualifications in English (literacy) and Mathematics (numeracy). Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)* enhanced check. *Please note there is a charge of £44 for a DBS check

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme. Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible. You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester (for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL
Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

Applying for a Part-Time Degree-Level course

All part-time degree-level courses are not offered through UCAS, and must be applied for directly through Colchester Institute. For this you will need to fill in and return to us as soon as possible. This application form can be downloaded here, quoting the relevant course code:

Download Part-Time HE Application Form

Download Cert Ed, PGCE and Postgraduate Application Form

For further information about our degree-level courses click here.

Applying as a Full-Time International Student (EU & Overseas)

Applications for Higher Education courses from International Students must also be made via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Applications can be made on-line from any country via the UCAS website at www.ucas.com. Details of all eligible courses are given at this site, Colchester Institute’s UCAS reference number is CINST C75.

International Applications made via UCAS will be forwarded to us for processing but the offer and acceptance procedure is made through UCAS and not directly with us. Once we are notified of your acceptance we will request payment of your deposit for more information on fees and deposits click here.

Applying as an Part-Time International Student (EU only)

Students coming into the UK on a Tier 4 (General) student visa will only be eligible to apply for full-time courses at a minimum NQF level 3 or above or full-time English Language Programmes.

Colchester Institute’s International Student Application Form is available to download. Before completing the application form you must read and understand the information about our Fee Payment and Refund Policy. On signing the application form you are agreeing to the terms of this policy.

With your application form you must also send:

• Certified copies of your academic qualifications


• Where appropriate, evidence of your English Language ability (IELTS or equivalent)


• A reference to confirm your status and suitability for the course.


• An email or correspondence address where we can keep in touch with you about your application

Download Application Form – International Students (Part-Time) (PDF)

Print off and complete the International Applications Form and return it to:

International Admissions Officer

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL