Further Education and Skills (Literacy), PGCE
If you want to become a teacher of literacy in a variety of further education settings, our postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) gives you the skills you need.
In further education, literacy is an essential life skill to master, and it is your role to educate and inspire. Our PGCE focuses on teaching in colleges, adult education centres, art colleges, healthcare and community organisations. It also encompasses training for public services and a wide range of commercial and voluntary organisations.
The course includes teaching and classroom management, leading to the essential qualifications required to achieve your goals. You will explore how language and literacy is acquired and learned. You will review and analyse a variety of innovative approaches to the teaching of literacy, including the four key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Campus Information
Avery Hill Campus
Avery Hill is the ideal setting for students looking to study in London. Not only does it have a campus university vibe with teaching and living space, it is also just 30 minutes by train from central London. Avery Hill Campus comprises two sites: Mansion House and Southwood.
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
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
What sort of careers do graduates pursue?
Graduates of this course can pursue a teaching career in the Further Education and Skills sector.
Do you provide employability services?
Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.
The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews, and employability skills workshops.
Each school also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.
PSW Opportunity
- Not available
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For entry to our Master's programmes, you will need to have met the following:
- Four year bachelor degree with a minimum of 55% in Final Year (However, if graduating from one of the top universities :Pune, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Osmania and JNTU a minimum of 50% in final year is required)
- 70% in English in Standard XII or English language requirements
Note: More specialised courses require four year bachelor degree with a minimum of 65% in final year.(However, if graduating from one of the top universities :Pune, Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Osmania and JNTU a minimum of 60% in final year is required)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
14500 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 12006 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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