PGCE SECONDARY (PGCE)
The Secondary PGCE programme will support students to consider the pedagogy of their chosen subject specialism in depth. This course aims to develop and integrate subject pedagogy and theory with classroom practice and equip student teachers with the skills necessary to become reflective and effective teachers of their chosen subject across the 11-18 age range.
All Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) courses at Liverpool Hope offer students the opportunity to combine a programme of theory with real world experience. The initial professional development focuses on what underpins the work of an effective and successful teacher, while school placements offer you the opportunity to put theory into practice. School placements will cover the 11-16 age range, along with a KS5 enhancement.
*PGCE Business includes subject sessions concentrating on the pedagogy of teaching Business along with working with local employers to enhance business education. School placements will cover the 14-18 age range, along with a KS3 enhancement opportunity.
Campus Information
Hope Park
Hope Park is our main teaching campus and is situated in Childwall, a leafy suburb of Liverpool. The campus is a mini educational village with places to live, work, study, eat and relax.
Intakes
- Jan
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Careers advice isn't just for final years about to graduate, it's about the journey from where you are now to where you want to be in the future. The Careers and Employability service offers you the chance to develop your career prospects, and yourself, from day one.
Placement Years and the Placement and Internship Programme (PiP)
We’re proud to be able to offer all students the opportunity to add a Placement Year to their degree. We also work with a range of organizations to offer internship and placement opportunities. Getting hands-on experience gives you unique insights into a career and valuable experience when applying for jobs or further study.
Part-time work on campus
We have a variety of jobs on campus that are exclusively for Liverpool Hope students. Work up to 10 hours a week on campus to support yourself while you study, gain experience in the workplace and meet new people.
PSW Opportunity
- The Graduate Route is a new UK post-study work visa to be introduced for international students graduating in summer 2021 or later. It will allow you to live and work in the UK for up to two years after your degree.
- 2 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
SRI LANKA
- Usually a good undergraduate degree from a recognized university
INDIA
- A good undergraduate degree
NEPAL
- Usually a good undergraduate degree from a recognized university
BANGLADESH
- Masters degree from a university in Bangladesh (when following a 3 or 4 year Bachelor degree)
If you are applying for an MPhil, you should normally possess a Masters degree which matches the descriptor for a Level 7 qualification in the UK Framework of Higher Education Qualifications i.e.
- Masters degree from a UK University; or
- An equivalent qualification from outside of the UK
In addition, you must be able to demonstrate a high level of competence in written and spoken English.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
12500 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A