University PGCE
This one year programme leads to a PGCE, recommendation for QTS and 60 credits at Master's level.
On our University led PGCE route, you will receive training at the University and have placements in any of our partner schools, giving you a broad range of experiences. You'll be closely supported by a mentor and tutor during this time.
Schools
You will have three placements in at least two different schools. The location and types of schools are wide-ranging, the vast majority are either in Bristol or commutable from Bristol via bus, train or car. Prospective applicants should be aware that at least one of their placements may involve a commute although we will take individual needs into consideration as much as possible given the available placements. There will be a short primary school experience during the PGCE year.
Subjects
You will receive an excellent teacher training that combines theory with practice whichever route you choose. We offer teacher training for the following subjects.
- EnglishWhere would we be without words? And why do writers in English so frequently use alliteration? The English programme invites you to ask and answer these questions and more.
- GeographyGeography isn’t just about maps. On our Geography PGCE you will discover how to help pupils find out about our world and the people it contains.
- HistoryImportant lessons come from history. Train as a history teacher and bring history to life for young people.
- MathematicsOur Mathematics PGCE trains you how to support those who struggle and how to challenge those who excel. Learn how to take your pupils from basic mental arithmetic to algebra and Pythagoras.
- Modern Foreign Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish)Modern Foreign Language teaching is exciting, rewarding and challenging; our comprehensive and rigorous MFL course will equip you to meet all the challenges and to enjoy your career as a languages teacher.
- Religious EducationDiscover how to engage young people in exploring world religions and the different themes and topics within.
- Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)Develop as a confident, effective practitioner who can teach science and your specialist subject in ways that deepen pupils' understanding and motivate them to take their study of science further.