Barnsley College University Centre
UCAS Code: TTPC | Professional Graduate Certificate in Education - PGCE (Professional)
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This course helps you develop the required skills, knowledge and professional values to be a highly effective teacher. You will have the option to work in Further Education colleges, sixth form colleges, adult and community learning, independent training providers and prison education.. With a large proportion of your time spent on placement, you’ll gain the real-world experience that you need to prepare you for a fulfilling career in education.
Modules
You are expected to complete 120 credits across the programme and be observed teaching on eight occasions.
You will complete the following modules as part of the programme:
Planning and Assessing Learning in the Post Compulsory Education Context
The Role of Theory and the Use of Evidence Informed Practice
Exploring Contemporary Issues in Post Compulsory Education
Reflective Teaching Practice (1 and 2)
As a full-time trainee, you would be committed to a Monday-to-Friday week of academic and professional study, consisting of two full days per week of on-campus study, two days per week of professional practice placement (arranged by the College and agreed with you), as well as one day per week of independent study and research.
Assessment methods
Your assessment will be a combination of assignments, practical teaching experience, observation records and reflective practice. You will need to demonstrate that you have developed the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to be a successful teacher.
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Barnsley College Higher Education Church Street Campus
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