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Education & Teaching
Education & Teaching
With academic roots going back to 1882, the University’s Bedford campus is one of the largest teacher training providers in the UK. This expertise means we deliver rich learning experiences, exceptional teaching and internationally recognised research opportunities.
Careers
On-the-job training is an integral part of becoming a teacher and we take this very seriously. We work with a diverse mix of partner schools to provide you with a real classroom environment in which to practise and refine your skills. Our well-established relationships with more than 500 primary and secondary schools and 13 further education colleges means that we are constantly at the forefront of educational development and can tailor our provision to meet the needs of teachers and other educational professionals.
Q&A
Juliet Fern
Executive Dean and Head of School of Teacher Education
What opportunities does Bedfordshire offer that students might not find elsewhere?
There are a number of postgraduate education pathways and optional units of study to choose from, allowing you to personalise your course to suit your particular needs. The suite of awards is designed as a flexible continued professional development (CPD) offer that enables you to build your credits and progress at your own pace.
Did you know?
Our Forest School provides opportunities for students and teachers to train in outdoor learning so their classes can experience the long-term educational benefits of outdoor play.
Courses
School of Education and English
Find out more about the range of CPD Education Studies courses on offer 72
Teacher Education
Discover the range of routes into becoming a qualified teacher 78
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Applied Linguistics (TESOL) MA Physical Education & Sport (Pedagogy) MA
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For more information on any of the courses visit: beds.ac.uk/pg-study For up-to-date information on part-time study options see: beds.ac.uk/part-time
School of Education and English
Our experience of delivering flexible Continuing Professional Development (CPD) education courses allows us to offer a range of full- and part-time options to suit your needs. We also have research expertise in the areas of special needs and social justice.
Courses
PgCerts
Education (National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination) PgCert 73
MA in Education courses
Education MA 74
• Education (Social Justice) MA Education (part-time) MA 75
• Education (Early Years) MA • Education (Leadership) MA • Education (Practice) MA • Education (Special Educational Needs) MA International Education (Leadership & Administration) MA 76 International Education English Language (Teaching) MA 76 International Education(Teaching) MA 77 Research Degrees in the Institute of Research in Education (IRED) MA by Research/MPhil/PhD 77
Have you also considered...?
Early Years Birth to Five (with EYTS) PGCE Primary Education PGCE Secondary English PGCE 79 80 84
Did you know?
We offer a wide range of work experience placements at local schools, nurseries and charitable organisations.
For more information on any of the courses visit: beds.ac.uk/pg-study For up-to-date information on part-time study options see: beds.ac.uk/part-time
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October Distance learning 1 year part-time UK/EU students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject.
Applicants without a degree may be granted entry on the basis of previous work experience. In addition course participants will need to be practising teachers working in the area of special educational needs provision in schools, early years settings or FE colleges.
This is an online version of the National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordination (NASENCO), a legally required qualification for all new Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (SENCOs) that must be completed within three years of appointment. This course will support you to improve your knowledge of current legislation, theory and practice in Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) provision in schools/colleges and your skills in meeting those needs.
Key features
• Explore course content highly relevant to mainstream and special school practitioners alike, focusing on issues related to literacy difficulties and dyslexia in schools, and how potential barriers to learning can be removed • Develop your understanding of concepts, theories and approaches to literacy difficulties, including dyslexia, and inclusion in schools, and on your potential for influencing change
Career opportunities
Teachers often undertake PgCerts to help them develop knowledge and skills that can support both academic and professional development.
Areas of study may include:
• Introduction to special education needs coordination in schools • Further development of special education needs coordination in schools
To find out more contact: Ms Janice Wearmouth t: +44 (0)1234 793153 e: janice.wearmouth@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
February, October Bedford campus 1 year full-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.
Pathway options
• Education • Education (Social Justice) The Education MA and Education (Social Justice) MA are suitable for new graduates as well as UK, EU and international education professionals from organisations including schools, government agencies, the life-long learning sector and universities. These two full-time, one year courses enable you to acquire both knowledge and skills relevant to educational contexts. Group and individual tutorials help you to develop a critical awareness of current policy in relation to education systems across the world. You will be offered additional support as necessary to help you develop your skills in academic English.
Key features
• Experience visits to schools and educational organisations • Gain further knowledge and understanding in areas of working with children and adults in a wide variety of settings • Explore sociological and philosophical perspectives surrounding issues of social justice in relation to education
Career opportunities
Previous graduates have gone on to take up enhanced roles within their organisation, whilst some have undertaken PhD study.
Areas of study may include:
• Analysing policy: children’s voice • Citizenship and welfare in the 21st century • Dissertation • International and comparative education • Research methods in education • Social justice
To find out more contact: Dr Cathal Butler t: +44 (0)1234 793045 e: cathal.butler@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October, February Bedford campus 3 years part-time UK/EU students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree in a related subject from a recognised higher education institution.
Pathway options
• Education (Early Years) • Education (Leadership) • Education (Practice) • Education (Special Educational Needs) These courses are designed for practising professionals, or those interested in research, teaching and learning or educational leadership – usually in schools, the life-long learning sector and universities. Its modular structure allows you to personalise your choice of units and progress at a pace that best suits you. The part-time Education courses engage you with key issues in education and aim to encourage your evidence-based practice. You will broaden your knowledge of educational ideas and research findings, and be in a better position to develop your work as a classroom practitioner or school leader.
Key features
• Explore the process of teaching, learning support and/or educational leadership, focusing on personal, academic and vocational interests relevant to your educational context • Broad unit topics allow you to apply your experience to focus on your own areas of interest
Career opportunities
Your work will help you to link theory directly to everyday practice, so that you are in a better position to make informed decisions about how to go forward as a classroom practitioner or school leader.
Areas of study may include:
• Early years care • Educational leadership in context • Enhancing professional practice • Exploring mentoring and coaching • Meeting diverse needs
To find out more contact: Dr Cathal Butler t: +44 (0)1234 793045 e: cathal.butler@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October Bedford campus 1 year full-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent.
This course enhances your knowledge, skills and understanding in specialist areas of education. It enables you to develop your critical engagement in specific areas of interest, such as leadership, special educational needs, early years and issues related to classroom studies. The course will allow you to gain further knowledge and understanding in areas of working with children and adults in a wide variety of local authority or social care settings as well as in nurseries, schools and colleges.
Key features
• Students have the opportunity to undertake a placement • Explores contemporary policy and practice within education
Career opportunities
You will have the opportunity to develop as a teacher, or undertake careers in leadership and management within an education setting.
Areas of study may include:
• Comparative education • Language and culture • Understanding teaching and learning in context
To find out more contact: Dr Cathal Butler t: +44 (0)1234 793045 e: cathal.butler@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October Bedford campus 1 year full-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent. *Subject to approval
You will be exposed to global trends and thinking in relation to issues that teachers face in schools. You will engage with theorists from a variety of disciplines, and explore how they influence the policy and practice of schools, and you will also be supported to develop the skills to become a reflective practitioner, considering your strengths, and how you can continue to develop your skills. Reflection will be underpinned by a range of opportunities to observe practice in UK settings. A range of visits will be organised for you to begin to explore how schools in the UK are run. A substantial observational placement will also be organised within one of the units, giving you an opportunity to explore in greater depth the processes that inform the pedagogical decisions that teachers in schools make in the UK.
Key features
• Students have the opportunity to undertake a placement • Explores contemporary policy and practice within education
Career opportunities
You will have the opportunity to develop as a teacher, or undertake careers in leadership and management within an education setting.
Areas of study may include:
• Education and international development • Exploring practice in UK educational settings
To find out more contact: Dr Cathal Butler t: +44 (0)1234 793045 e: cathal.butler@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October Bedford campus 1 year full-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at Honours level, or equivalent.
On this course, you will be supported to continue to develop and enhance your teaching skills. Students will critically explore global trends and thinking in relation to issues that teachers face in schools. They will engage with theorists from a variety of disciplines, and explore how they influence the policy and practice of schools.
Key features
• You will spend a substantial period observing practice in an English educational setting • You will explore the interplay between policy, research, and practice in the classroom
Career opportunities
You will have the opportunity to develop further as a teacher, with a view to attaining advanced practitioner type roles in your teaching career.
Areas of study may include:
• Comparative education • Reflective practice • Theories of Learning
To find out more contact: Dr Cathal Butler t: +44 (0)1234 793045 e: cathal.butler@beds.ac.uk in Education (IRED) MA by Research/MPhil/PhD
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
October, March Bedford campus Variable UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:1 Honours degree or a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area. You will also need to demonstrate high levels of potential and motivation for research.
IRED welcomes full-time international students, and both full- and part-time UK students, practitioners, leaders and policy-makers from all sectors of the education system, early years settings, schools, colleges and further and higher education, and those with a broad interest in educational systems and practice. You will be supervised by an internationally recognised director of studies and a second supervisor. Supervisors in IRED have a wide range of interests that includes but is not limited to: curriculum, pedagogy and assessment, leadership in educational contexts, social justice, inclusion and diversity, philosophy of education, special educational needs, mentoring, action research, literacy and numeracy at primary and secondary levels, and the teaching of modern languages, democracy, citizenship and participation in education. Over the past 10 years our record of supporting our students to completion with studies in these areas to doctoral level is very impressive. In addition to the individual support received, through empirical research, group discussion and activities, and critical engagement with diverse education theories, practices and policies, you will gain world-leading experience and skills in educational research. IRED encourages and supports its students to share their research experiences and findings at internal and external conferences and seminars, and by publishing in relevant journals. You will also be supported to develop your academic research profiles/careers and enhance your employability within educational research and academia more broadly.
Key features
• The ability to undertake independent research • Monthly PhD seminar programme complements the supervision activities and provides feedback on research content and progress
Career opportunities
A doctorate is increasingly essential for those seeking to establish careers in research (in the public, private and third sector organisations) and academia (teaching, research and various support positions). The research experience acquired through the doctorate can assist applicants in gaining international educational appointments, as well as securing competitive post-doctoral research positions.
To find out more contact: The Research Graduate School t: +44 (0)1582 489056 e: research@beds.ac.uk
Teacher Education
We have a long-established history of teacher training, offering a wide range of PGCE routes into teaching and successful partnerships with over 500 with schools, colleges and other organisations.
Courses
Early Years Birth to Five (with EYTS) PGCE Primary Early Years PGCE Primary Education PGCE Primary with Mathematics PGCE Secondary Art & Design PGCE Secondary Design & Technology PGCE Secondary Drama PGCE Secondary English PGCE Secondary Geography PGCE Secondary History PGCE Secondary Mathematics PGCE Secondary Music PGCE Secondary Physical Education PGCE Secondary Religious Education PGCE 79 80 80 81 82 82 83 84 85 85 86 87 88 89 Secondary Science with Biology PGCE Secondary Science with Chemistry PGCE Secondary Science with Physics PGCE 90 91 91
Have you also considered...?
Education MA Applied Linguistics (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) MA 74
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Did you know?
Over 95% of our trainees gain graduate teaching employment in school or education settings, within six months of graduating.
For more information on any of the courses visit: beds.ac.uk/pg-study For up-to-date information on part-time study options see: beds.ac.uk/part-time
Early Years Birth to Five (with Early Years Teacher Status) PGCE
Key facts
Apply direct to the University
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time (Options available: part-time; part-time day for employment based pathway) UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, GCSE grade 4/C in English, mathematics and science, and be working in an Early Years setting. DBS check and medical check required. An interview is required.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Early Years Birth to 5) offers a unique route into achieving Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS). The course promotes flexibility in your own career pathway and provides opportunities to achieve a recognised Birth to 5 teaching qualification. It enhances the professional requirements for EYTS by giving you extensive experience in a variety of workbased settings including children centres, pre-school and nursery. The course focuses on the importance of teaching and learning at this critical stage of a child progressing through the early years foundation stage to their primary school provision.
Key features
• Engage with key policy developments in the early years and primary education • Explore your passion for working with babies and young children, as you apply your subject knowledge and expertise to planning and managing early years teaching
Career opportunities
On completion, and meeting the required Teacher Standards (Early Years), you will be recommended to the Department for Education for the award of Early Years Teacher Status. This will qualify you to teach in a range of early years settings including children centres, pre-school and nursery, child-minding, and schools (primarily free schools and academies).
Areas of study may include:
• Child development • Early phonics and mathematics • High-quality practice in the early years • The early years professional practitioner • The early years reflective practitioner • The early years researcher
To find out more contact: Michelle Sogga t: +44 (0)1582 743500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants must have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English, mathematics and science. DBS check and medical check required. An interview is required.
Develop a variety of teaching approaches to become an effective and confident teacher of children in early years and key stage 1 (KS1). Partnerships with local schools give you opportunities to put theory into practice on placements, supported by experienced Early Years and Primary teachers as you develop the knowledge and skills to meet the national requirements for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Key features
• Personalised development and support • Undertake two placements in different schools • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Qualify to teach in nursery and KS1
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study towards an Education MA.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the learning environment • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • The professional teacher role • The school curriculum
To find out more contact: Ms Michelle Sogga t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, GCSE grade 4/C in English, mathematics, and science, and be working in an Early Years setting. DBS check and medical check required. An interview is required.
Develop a variety of teaching approaches to become an effective and confident teacher of children in primary education. Partnerships with local schools give you opportunities to put theory into practice on placements, supported by experienced teachers and academic staff as you develop the knowledge and skills to meet the national requirements for QTS.
Key features
• Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Undertake two placements in different schools • Develop your creativity and team working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the learning environment • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • The professional teacher role • The school curriculum
To find out more contact: Mr Peter Virnuls t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Hannah Rawden
Primary Education PGCE
“I chose this course because of the amount of time spent in school. I spend one day a week in University, and four days at school where I’m able to get involved and gain hands-on experience.”
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time (options available: part-time) UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English, mathematics, and science. DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop a variety of teaching approaches to become an effective and confident teacher of mathematics in primary schools. Partnerships with local schools give you opportunities to put theory into practice on placements, supported by experienced teachers and academic staff as you develop the knowledge and skills to meet the national requirements for QTS.
Key features
• Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Personalised development and support • Undertake placements in different schools • Develop your creativity and team-working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the learning environment • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • The professional teacher role • The school curriculum
To find out more contact: Mr Peter Virnuls t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of art and design, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: art and design • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Ms Emma Brooks t: +44(0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of design and technology, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: design and technology • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Ms Emma Brooks t: +44(0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of drama, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: drama • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Dr James Shea t: +44(0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of literature and English language, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Develop your creativity and team-working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: English • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Dr James Shea t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Danny Johnson
Secondary English PGCE “I’m in school from Monday to Thursday, and almost teaching a full timetable now. A lot of my time is taken up with planning and improving my teaching, but I always try to partake in extra-curricular activities – right now I’m helping with a Journalism after-school club.”
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of geography, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject; you also achieve QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: geography • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Mr Jonathan Gunn t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of history, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject; you also achieve QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: history • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Mr Jonathan Gunn t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of mathematics, with the knowledge and skills to teach a broad spectrum of mathematical concepts, including the use of investigational, collaborative and problem-solving activities. You will also achieve QTS.
Key features
• Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Undertake two placements in schools
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the mathematics classroom • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • School curriculum: mathematics • The professional teacher role
To find out more contact: Mieka Harris t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of music, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: music • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Dr James Shea t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of physical education, with the knowledge, skills and practical approaches to put innovative teaching approaches into practice – working both independently and collaboratively while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Develop your creativity and team-working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also build on the PGCE through further study towards an MA in Education, Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the physical education learning environment • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • School curriculum: physical education • The professional teacher role
To find out more contact: Dr Paul Sammon t: +44 (0)1234 793279 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, creative and confident teacher of religious education, putting theory into practice as you gain specialist knowledge and skills in imaginative ways of teaching your specialist subject while achieving QTS.
Key features
• Undertake two placements in schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Assessment for learning • Learning and teaching methodologies with practical application • School curriculum: religious education • Use of technology in supporting learning
To find out more contact: Mr Jonathan Gunn t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of science, able to teach scientific concepts in a variety of inspiring ways. Build your knowledge and skills in teaching science in secondary schools through subject-specific sessions, lectures and seminars, working independently and collaboratively while you achieve QTS.
Key features
• Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Undertake two placements in different schools • Develop your creativity and team-working skills • Personalised development and support
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the science classroom • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • School curriculum: biology • The professional teacher role
To find out more contact: Dr Gareth Bates t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk
Olivia Buckle
Secondary Science with Biology PGCE “My course has been very interesting and has significantly developed and enhanced my subject knowledge, pedagogical knowledge and understanding of being a secondary teacher. Throughout my experience on the Secondary Biology PGCE course I have been highly supported by my subject mentors, school mentors and all the information that they have provided me with has guided me to becoming an effective and reflective science teacher.”
Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of science, able to teach scientific concepts in a variety of inspiring ways. Build your knowledge and skills in teaching science in secondary schools through subject-specific sessions, lectures and seminars, working independently and collaboratively while you achieve QTS.
Key features
• Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Undertake two placements in different schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the science classroom • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • School curriculum: chemistry • The professional teacher role
To find out more contact: Dr Gareth Bates t: +44 (0)1582 743 500 e: pgce.admissions@beds.ac.uk Key facts
Apply via Department for Education 'Apply' service
September Bedford campus 1 year full-time, 2 year part-time UK/EU/International students Applicants should have a 2:2 Honours degree from a recognised higher education institution, and GCSE grade 4/C in English and mathematics.
DBS check and medical check required. An interview is also required.
Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of science, able to teach scientific concepts in a variety of inspiring ways. Build your knowledge and skills in teaching science in secondary schools through subject-specific sessions, lectures and seminars, working independently and collaboratively while you achieve QTS.
Key features
• Gain confidence in analysing the evidence of your own practical experience during placements in schools, informing your future actions as you evaluate the impact of applying theory to your teaching practice • Benefit from a qualification that gives you recommendation for QTS • Undertake two placements in different schools • Personalised development and support • Develop your creativity and team-working skills
Career opportunities
Our graduate teachers gain employment in local schools. You may also choose to build on the PGCE through further study at MA/MSc, MPhil, PhD and EdD levels.
Areas of study may include:
• Managing the science classroom • Planning, teaching and evaluation of lessons • Reflective practice • Research-informed teaching • School curriculum: physics • The professional teacher role
