PGCE and ProfGCE in Secondary Education Physical Education
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UCAS code: Z886
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Institute code: H36
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Work placement option
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This course is up for periodic review
This course is due to be renewed at a Periodic Review event which will be held on December 2023.
We anticipate that there will be further enhancements made to the course as a result of the Review.
Our website and printed literature will be updated following completion of the Periodic Review in order to provide applicants with further confirmed details on the following:
- module titles
- whether the modules are core or optional
- the expected contact hours
- how the course will be assessed
- staff teaching on the course
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Entry requirements
The University of Hertfordshire is committed to welcoming students with a wide range of qualifications and levels of experience. The entry requirements listed on the course pages provide a guide to the minimum level of qualifications needed to study each course. However, we have a flexible approach to admissions and each application will be considered on an individual basis.
- Honours degree (2.2 or higher), awarded by a UK university or an overseas award recognised as equivalent by UK ENIC.
- We require the degree to have a minimum 50% content of the subject in which the applicant is applying.
- GCSE (or IGCSE) English language and mathematics at grade 4 or above (grade C or above under the previous grading structure and at ‘O’ Level).
- NB Equivalency tests in lieu of GCSE maths and English language will only be considered in exceptional circumstances by prior discussion with the admissions team.
- Applicants from non-majority English speaking countries require proof of English language proficiency, equivalent to an overall IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band. This must be no more than two years old at the point of application.
Suitability to train to teach is assessed at interview.
International qualifications
GCSE equivalent qualifications achieved overseas must be recognised as comparable to grades 4/C or above by UK ENIC. First degrees awarded overseas must also be recognised as equivalent to British honours degree by UK ENIC. This is known as a Statement of Comparability. Depending on the outcome, the ITE admissions team may require an applicant to produce an academic transcript listing full modules/subjects studied in order to make an admissions decision about comparability in relation to Standard and Honours degree classification.
We may require certified translations of certificates/documents issued in any language other than English. Please note this is likely to be an additional cost to the applicant.
If the qualifications have been taken abroad then you will need a Statement of Comparability from ENIC before applying for the programme. Visit ENIC for more information.
Suitability checks
The University of Hertfordshire ensures that suitability checks have been completed prior to the commencement of the programme, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2021) and ITT criteria and supporting advice (section C1). This process is overseen by the Head of ITE, Victoria Pateman, and Head of ITE Compliance, Ewelina Roberts.
The following checks are:
- proof of identity
- proof of academic qualifications
- suitability and safer recruitment self-declaration, in this declaration the applicant is informed of their duty to disclose relevant information under childcare disqualification arrangements and any cautions or convictions
- enhanced DBS
- a barred list check
- prohibition from teaching check – Teaching Regulation Agency
- for applicants who have lived abroad for three months or more in the past 10 years, an overseas criminal record check – GOV.UK
- health and physical fitness to teach assessment.
UCAS points A Level BTEC 112-120 BBC - BBB DMM- DDM -
Professional accreditations
Upon completion of the course, you'll be awarded Qualified Teacher Status.
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- have the passion, commitment and enthusiasm to teach in secondary schools
- are resilient and able to work under pressure
- have good subject knowledge to train to teach in the area they are interested in.
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Level 6
Module Credits Compulsory/optional School-based training 1 30 Credits Compulsory The first school-based training module enables student-teachers to develop and apply knowledge, understanding and skills of teaching, learning and assessment in the context of the secondary phase. The module complements the centre-based taught course. Student-teachers are assessed against the current Teachers' Standards in the relevant subject and age-range of training. School-based training 2 30 Credits Compulsory The second school-based training module enables student-teachers to build on their prior experience. Student-teachers continue to develop and apply knowledge, understanding and skills of teaching, learning and assessment in the context of the secondary phase. The module complements the centre-based taught course and enables the student-teacher to consolidate the skills of planning for learning, teaching, assessment, curriculum progression and classroom management to secure pupils' progress. Student-teachers are assessed against the current Teachers' Standards in the relevant subject and age-range of training. -
Level 7
Module Credits Compulsory/optional Secondary Professional Learning and Development 30 Credits Compulsory This module is designed to prepare student-teachers with skills necessary to become reflective and skilled practitioners, ready to undertake the NQT year. The module enables student-teachers to demonstrate strong, theoretically underpinned, pedagogical knowledge to support all pupils' learning and progress. It complements the content of the subject and curriculum knowledge module. The focus of the module is to provide a strong foundation in child and adolescent development, age and stage appropriate learning, inclusive practice and behaviour for learning. The module requires student-teachers to develop a professionally critical and discerning attitude to theory, current research and practice. PE subject and curriculum knowledge 30 Credits Compulsory This module is designed to prepare student-teachers with effective pedagogy and curriculum knowledge in the subject in which they are training to teach. Student-teachers will critically analyse and evaluate the curriculum and develop a research-informed approach to the pedagogy of teaching, learning and assessment in the subject. The focus of the module is to enable student-teachers to demonstrate strong, theoretically underpinned, pedagogical subject knowledge to support pupils' learning and progress. The module requires student-teachers to develop a professionally critical and discerning attitude to theory, current research and practice. Successful student-teachers will demonstrate their professional agency through pedagogical approaches they use to support all pupils' learning in the subject. -
Work placement
School experience is at the heart of the programme and during the thirty-six week programme you'll spend twenty-four weeks in a school. The rest of the time you'll be on campus. The school experience is made up of a number of serial day placements, including visits to a primary school and a special school and two block placements in partner secondary schools.
Why choose this course?
You'll benefit from our experience as a leading regional of Initial Teacher Training and an excellent reputation as a training provider among local employers, achieving high scores in all our Ofsted inspections. Upon completion of the course, graduate employment is high with many going onto fulfilling teaching careers.
Rated Good by Ofsted 2023, the Ofsted report highlighted that ''The University of Hertfordshire ITE programme is thoroughly planned and carefully sequenced. This ensures that the curriculum is ambitious and provides trainees with the knowledge and skills to teach their chosen subject effectively''.
The programme is structured to enable you to develop the skills required by a secondary physical education teacher, and to develop specific expertise for making a distinctive contribution to secondary practice.
The strengths of our PGCE secondary programmes are the high levels of pastoral care and support we offer trainees. We also have effective partnerships with schools which enhances trainees' subject knowledge and conceptual understanding of teaching and ensures our trainees achieve good levels of attainment.
In addition, this qualification is worth 60 Master's-level credits (one third of a Master's degree). Following completion of the PGCE you can top-up part-time to a Master's degree in Education.
Ranked 10th for teacher training in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES, Advance HE, 2023).
What's the course about?
This Masters level professional training programme will introduce you to the requirements for teaching physical education to the 11-16 age range and leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status. Where appropriate, you'll also have opportunities to experience then post 16 provision will be available.
You'll be introduced to the principles and theories of secondary teaching through both subject studies and a developing professional practice course. Training is undertaken in partnership with local secondary schools.
We are looking to select trainees who:
What will I study?
A wide range of teaching and learning methods are used, including on-campus teaching and hands on experience in a school environment.
On-campus tutor led sessions will include lectures, seminars and workshops, where active participation is encouraged. You'll also spend twenty-four weeks of the programme in local partnerships schools. This gives you the opportunity to benefit from the knowledge and expertise of a team of practising teachers who lead key sessions as well as support you in your school-based training where you develop your classroom expertise.
The programme includes opportunities to visit different educational contexts, including a primary school and a special needs school.
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What's next for my career?
On successful completion of the programme you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status and be ready to start your teaching career.
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Further information - includes assessment method
Course fact sheets Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (Secondary) Download Programme specifications Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (Secondary) Download Additional information Sandwich placement or study abroad year
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Applications open to international and EU students
No Course length
- Full Time, 1 Years
Location
- University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
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How to apply?
2024
Start Date End Date Link 13/09/2024 31/07/2025 Apply online (Full Time) -
Fees and funding
Fees 2023
UK Students
Full time
- £9250 for the 2023/2024 academic year
Fees 2024
UK Students
Full time
- £9250 for the 2024/2025 academic year
*Tuition fees are charged annually. The fees quoted above are for the specified year(s) only. Fees may be higher in future years, for both new and continuing students. Please see the University’s Fees and Finance Policy (and in particular the section headed “When tuition fees change”), for further information about when and by how much the University may increase its fees for future years.
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Living costs / accommodation
The University of Hertfordshire offers a great choice of student accommodation, on campus or nearby in the local area, to suit every student budget.