PCE Further Education & Skills Sector

University of Greenwich

United Kingdom, London

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University of Greenwich

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

N/A

Campuses

Greenwich

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2024

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,100 / year

Next Intake September-2024

PCE Further Education & Skills Sector

About

We focus on teaching in a variety of settings, including colleges, adult education centres, and community organisations. The course develops your knowledge of pedagogy and helps you gain vital classroom management skills. For full-time students, we offer placements in a variety of subjects. These include animal care, art and design, beauty and hairdressing, catering, childcare, construction, leisure and tourism, humanities, photography and sport science.

We offer endorsements in the following subject areas, which is equivalent to a Level 5 Diploma in the teaching of the subject area:

Numeracy
Literacy
ESOL (English for speakers of other languages)
ESOL and Literacy.

You will complete at least 100 hours of teaching experience (125 hours for ESOL and Literacy). For distance learning, you must be in a teaching/training role, and all practice is carried out in your setting.

We also offer QTLS in partnership with the Society of Education and Training (SET), making us the first provider to offer this in London.

UCAS points

72 (view full requirements)(full requirements below)

Course/institution codes

N/A

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The full-time course is available in September. If you study by distance-learning, you can begin in September or January.

Ofsted rated the quality of teacher training as 'Good' in its report on our initial teacher education provision.

You can specialise in your chosen subject and gain over 100 hours of experience in a placement college.

96% of our graduates gain employment within six months.

If you study full-time, you will be on placement three to four days a week.

Disciplines

Education

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi with minimum 80%
English language requirements

English Program Requirements

The most widely available and commonly held English language qualification by international students is the IELTS test, run by the British Council. If you do not hold a valid English language qualification before you apply to study with us, any offer we make will be conditional on you achieving a required IELTS score.

Career

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

Placements are a core element of teacher training which enable our trainees to put theory into practice in a supportive environment. We are lucky to work with a wide range of partners across London, Essex and Kent to support our trainees. We work closely with trainees when deciding on placements to ensure that trainees get the best training possible whilst on our programmes. Our strong partnerships ensure our trainees are well supported and have outstanding experiences whilst training with us.

How long is my placement?

80% of the programme is placement.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates may pursue teaching careers in the Further Education and Skills sector.

Do you provide employability services?

Our Employability & Careers Service (ECS) is committed to supporting our students and recent graduates in their transition towards a rewarding graduate destination. We aim to empower our students to achieve their potential, with support including:

CV and cover letter checks
Application support
One-to-one careers advice
Interview tips and support
Careers fairs
Internships
Graduate jobs.

More about Careers.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,100 / year

How to Apply

International applicants can apply via an authorised in-country representative or direct to the university via the online application form.

If you prefer, you can also apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

If you would like to find out more about us before making an application, or discuss how your qualifications equate with our entry requirements, telephone our International Office on +44 (0)20 8331 8136, or drop us an email at [email protected].

In order for the university to assess your suitability to the course, you will need to submit a completed application, including your full academic transcripts, any English language qualifications and references (and any other additional documentation required for your choice of course).

Applying online

You can apply using the online application form, through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), or via one of our in-country representatives.

Our in-country representatives are able to offer you advice on application and visa requirements. To contact the representative in your country, visit our country specific guidance.

To apply for a research programme such as a PhD, please view applying for a research degree.

What happens next?

Upon receipt of your application, the International Office will make an assessment of your suitability to the course, taking into consideration your education history, academic and language qualifications, any business experience, references and your personal statement.

Receiving an offer

If you meet the entry criteria, you may receive an unconditional offer. If you have yet to meet a condition, such as IELTS score of 6.0, or if you have to complete an academic qualification, you will receive a conditional offer subject to you satisfying that condition.

If you do not meet the requirements, you may be offered a place on a more suitable course.

If you applied through a representative, the offer will be addressed to you and sent to their office.

All offers are sent electronically to either our agent or direct to your e-mail account. Only authorised University of Greenwich staff can make offers of courses. Normally, this means course directors and admissions tutors. The International Office makes offers for courses up to and including Master's degree level. In-country representatives do not make offers, but will pass on offers made by the university.

Accepting your offer

If you wish to accept the offer, please sign and return the acceptance of place, accompanied by the pre-registration deposit.

As soon as you fulfil any academic conditions of your offer, it is important you send us your documentation, so that we can qualify your offer as unconditional. Following this, we can initiate the process assisting you to obtain your Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) reference number, you will be sent a CAS checking sheet, which you must check, complete and return as soon as you can. We will then be able to issue a CAS statement containing your CAS number.

Please note: All applicants making student visa applications from outside the EEA/EU, or who are already studying in the UK and applying for a new course, require an electronic Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS) reference number instead of a visa letter.