PGCE Post-14 (Education and Skills)

Prepare for a worthwhile career teaching and training in the Further Education and Skills sector. This postgraduate course paves the way for you to teach post-14 learners in settings ranging from colleges, academies and sixth form to prisons and voluntary organisations.

Why study this course?

• Study on a course rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted for its high standard of training and assessment
• Improve your career and promotion prospects: we have an excellent track record for helping students progress to employment, more senior roles or masters level study
• Develop your skills through an exciting combination of practical teaching experiences, theoretical learning and discussions
• As well as the core programme, we offer specialist pathways where you can focus on a key subject area: choose from English, Maths, Science, Engineering, Sport or SEND
• Choose a flexible PGCE route to suit you: study on a full-time basis at the University or on a part-time basis at one of our partner colleges in the wider community
• Learn from a dynamic teaching team with an excellent reputation for the quality of their training and the impact of their research

This course equips you for the practical demands of teaching in the Further Education and Skills sector, building your skills and confidence to work with post-14 learners in a vast range of educational settings.

This is a highly practical hands-on course which gives you the chance to explore the full range of roles undertaken by qualified teaching staff in the Further Education and Skills sector.

Whether you want to step up the career ladder, change paths or pursue your passion for a subject you love, you can transform your world with postgraduate study at the University of Derby.

Located in the heart of England, Derby has great transport links with the rest of the UK. This central position means that the city has a long-standing reputation for innovation and industry. We have strong connections with a range of regional employers to support your studies through applied learning, guest lectures and other opportunities.

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