PGCE Secondary - English (Welsh Medium)

Course overview

This course is also offered through the medium of English. The Secondary PGCE programme is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of how children and adolescents learn, and equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to develop as a creative and innovative teacher. You will learn about adolescent’s development through the Secondary sector and be supported to become an excellent teacher.

This PGCE with QTS* is recognised across Wales and England and is often transferable* further afield for entry into the teaching profession. Why Study with us? Committed schools with well-trained mentors will support Associate Teachers’ progress towards Qualified Teacher Status in accordance with Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership in Wales.

Experienced tutors and researchers in university and school based staff will provide excellent support and stimulating sessions, and the qualification gained will equip students to teach within and beyond Wales. You do not need to live in Wales or speak Welsh to apply for the course. We will support you in your understanding of Welsh culture and your Welsh language learning whether you are a complete beginner or a fluent user of the language.

For more facts about the School of Education & Human Development visit the Why Study with us? page. *Those seeking to teach outside Wales and England should check recognition and transferability of Qualified Teacher Status with the respective country’s Teachers’ Professional Body. Research Opportunities The programme is co-constructed, delivered and assessed with a network of excellent partnership schools across the region. Combine this subject with Outdoor Activities Bangor is a fantastic place for anyone interested in outdoor activities.

Our location, combined with our long-established links with local outdoor education providers, provides a fantastic opportunity for combining this subject with outdoor activities during your training. If that interests you, please apply for: PGCE Secondary - English (Welsh Medium) 3F5P.

Key highlights

Leads to Qualified Teacher Status recognised across Wales and England
School placements supported by well-trained mentors in committed partnership schools
Programme co-constructed, delivered and assessed with regional partnership schools
Support with Welsh language learning, from complete beginner to fluent
Option to combine training with outdoor activities through local providers
Focus on adolescent development and how young people learn

Entry requirements

Degree: 2:2 — to include area; or above
Additional condition: dbs_check — Applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check for the child workforce including a check of the children’s barred lists.

Scholarships

Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research
20% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 20% of fees
Heads of School Scholarship
10% reduction in the published Postgraduate Research tuition fee for each year of study.
Up to 10% of fees
Inclusive Bangor Scholarships
Payment towards tuition fees for one-year taught or research postgraduate Masters (or for two years if studying part-time). This will be capped at £9,500.
Refugee Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships
50% discount on the published International Tuition Fee for each year of study.
Up to 50% of fees

Careers this course leads to

Secondary English teacher
Welsh-medium secondary school teacher
Head of English department
Literacy coordinator
Outdoor education teacher

Cost of study

International: £19,000 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Bangor University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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