PGCE Primary Education with QTS (School Based) Full-time
University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
The PGCE Primary Education (School Based) course is designed for graduates who want to train as primary school teachers through hands-on experience in a school, supported by the University. We partner with around 24 primary schools, grouped into School Based Alliances led by a lead school. You’ll apply to one of these Alliances and, if successful at interview, be placed in one of their host schools for your training.
Many trainees go on to work at their placement school, as the initiative helps schools grow future teaching and leadership talent. On completion, you’ll earn both a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), allowing you to teach in any state-maintained primary school in England.
Key highlights
- Leads to both a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Training based in a host primary school, supported by the University
- Partnership with around 24 primary schools in School Based Alliances
- Many trainees go on to work at their placement school
- QTS qualifies you to teach in state-maintained primary schools in England
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
- GCSE: C or above — to include Mathematics, Science, English Language
- Additional condition: interview — All successful applicants will be invited to an interview.
Scholarships
We Care Postgraduate Bursary
The We Care Postgraduate Bursary awards £2,500 cash to eligible postgraduate students.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Primary school teacher
- Early years teacher
- Key Stage 1 teacher
- Key Stage 2 teacher
- Special educational needs teacher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,250 per year | 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 University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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