FACULTY OF EDUCATION. Your postgraduate route into teaching

FACULTY OF EDUCATION Your postgraduate route into teaching

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

01 WORKING IN partnership to transform society through Education CONTENTS About us... 02 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)... 04 School Direct... 12 Teach First... 14 Subject Knowledge Enhancement courses... 15 Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING About us EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERVICE EDUCATION Canterbury Christ Church is a modern, multi-campus university, and is the largest centre of higher education in Kent for the public services notably teacher training, nursing, policing, health and social care. The Faculty of Education is recognised as a centre of excellence for teacher education and development and is actively helping to shape education practice regionally and nationally, through its research and teaching. Our initial teacher training (ITT) programmes are considered to be among the best in the country. We have a wide range of postgraduate routes into teaching available which all lead to qualified teacher status (QTS). The University is a friendly place to study and staff are very supportive. The quality of teaching is excellent and tutors and schools are widely recognised for their expertise. The University has good partnerships with schools across the region and students from the University have high employability rates over 90% of students completing QTS programmes are employed within 6 months. STUDENTS AT THE HEART OF CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH Whether you are planning on moving here to study, or will just visit the University for lectures, there are many benefits of being a CCCU student: Student support and guidance including: employability and careers service; disability advice team; financial advice; information about childcare; teacher recruitment and job fairs. Modern library with excellent computing facilities New St George s Centre home of the Student Union Bookshop offering a permanent 10% discount including all core text books An inclusive chaplaincy offering support to all faiths and beliefs The Sports Centre including multi station fitness suite, sports hall, exercise studio and climbing wall. St Gregory s Centre aiming to make international music and performance available to the South East. Based in a beautiful 19th century building which was transformed in 2012. 02 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

03 BECOME AN OUTSTANDING TEACHER WITH CANTERBURY CHRIST CHURCH UNIVERSITY The aims of our postgraduate initial teacher training (ITE) programmes are to enable you to develop the key skills, understanding and knowledge you need to begin your career in teaching in the best possible way. We aim to: Most of our ITE provision is based at our Canterbury campus and whilst you are studying you may want to spend some time in the beautiful and historic city: The campus is a short 5 minute walk to the heart of the city centre with excellent shopping facilities. City geared towards students with excellent accommodation (both on and off campus). Lively, student focused social scene with cafes, bars, restaurants and good nightlife. Galleries and museums including our own Sidney Cooper Gallery. Beautiful city overlooked by the 11th century cathedral and situated on a World Heritage site. Less than an hour from central London and situated within easy travelling distance from all London airports, and Eurostar and Le Shuttle onto the continent. Good local public transport. Invest in students who want to develop themselves and the learners whom we work with. Harness the power of research and professional knowledge as a reflective teacher. Promote creativity and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Promote equality of opportunities in all learning environments. Monitor, evaluate and assess the impact of the learning environment on all leaners. Provide support and development based on individual needs and promote learning in a broad range of contexts. Support students who take responsibility for their own professional development yet remaining open to constructive advice and guidance. Promote core educational values such as honesty, respect, compassion, integrity and the pursuit of wisdom. TWO ALUMNI STUDENTS WIN REGIONAL AWARDS FOR OUTSTANDING TEACHING Two of our recent graduates have been nominated for national teaching awards. Joanna Hawley and Laura Wilborn, who both studied for their teacher training qualifications with us, have both reached the national final of the Pearson Teaching Awards that recognise teacher excellence. TOP TEN FOR EDUCATION IN ENGLAND According to the Sunday Times University Guide 2014 Joanna Hawley Laura Wilborn Winners of the Award for Teacher of the Year Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) 04 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

05 PGCE PRIMARY FULL-TIME ROUTE Lower Primary (3-7), Upper Primary (5-11) Upper Primary plus Languages: French German Spanish Upper Primary with Mathematics Specialism PGCE 7-14 (KS2 and KS3) English Geography History Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages Physical Education Religious Education Science Music Design and Technology PGCE 11-18 Art and Design Biology Citizenship Chemistry Computer Science Design and Technology English Geography History Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages Music Physics Physics with Mathematics Physical Education Religious Education PGCE 11-18 INSPIRE Physics Chemistry Mathematics Physics with Mathematics in partnership with Imperial College London PGCE 14-19 Applied Business Studies Health and Social Care Psychology Leisure and Tourism PGCE POST COMPULSORY See page 10 for more information on different subject specialisms PGCE PRIMARY PART-TIME April entry (2 years) PGCE MODULAR PRIMARY January entry (flexible up to 3 years) Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE) The PGCE programme is an intensive university-based course preparing graduates for the demands of teaching. The PGCE Pathways at Canterbury Christ Church University have an almost unparalleled national and international reputation for their quality, their range and their degree of innovation. Developed and refined in partnership with our partner schools and colleges, they are built on a strong sense of shared values: transforming individuals and society; reflective and critical approach to learning; and inclusive set of principles on which education must be based, The quality of provision is built on mature and embedded partnership working with a wide range of primary and secondary schools in Kent, Medway, south London, Essex and East Sussex, and with nurseries and Further Education colleges in the region and in other parts of England and Europe. We aim to educate students for the future and we are seeking to build their capabilities for an uncertain world, in order to have the best possible impact on the life chances and achievements of the children and young people they educate. Fees and bursaries University tuition fees apply for all PGCE courses. For further details visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/tuitionfees There are financial incentives for trainees dependent on entry degree grade and government priority subjects. Bursaries are available to eligible students who are studying applicable routes, will be seeking a teaching position in England, have not previously had a bursary (including EU and non-eu citizens) and are not employed as a teacher. How to apply To apply for full-time Primary, 7-14, 11-18 or 14-19 PGCE programmes you can submit your application from late October 2014 online via the UCAS Teacher Training website: www.ucas.com/apply/teacher-training INSTITUTION CODE: CANCC To apply for part-time Primary, Modular or Post Compulsory PGCE programmes you will need to apply directly to the University. To download the relevant application form, visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/pgce/apply For further details visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/pgce/finance Note: If you are not eligible for a DfE bursary, you may be entitled to a 1000 fee reduction (CCCU bursary) if you fulfil certain requirements. There are currently no DfE bursaries for PGCE 14-19. 06 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

07 Delivery Unless specified, all full-time programmes are based at our Canterbury campus starting in September for a full academic year. All learning on the programme is designed to complement professional practice and the academic study is informed by and from practice. All PGCE pathways cover the following main areas: Professional Practice You will spend a minimum of 120 days in school during your PGCE, based in two or more contrasting schools or educational settings, and working under the expert guidance of school-based partnership tutors and mentors. This will support you to develop a wide range of teaching skills and the understanding and knowledge to enable you to meet and go beyond the requirements of The Teachers Standards. Professional Studies You will learn about broader aspects of education, its role in society and communities and how education policy and practice has an impact on schools and educational settings. Key principles and values in education will be explored as you develop your own theories of education and reflect critically on others. Curriculum Studies You will develop your understanding and knowledge of the relevant curriculum, pedagogy and resources to support the teaching of your chosen subject or age phase. As you progress through your studies and can apply your learning to practical teaching situations, you will be introduced to a wider range of critical perspectives on teaching and learning in your chosen subject(s). Enhanced Studies You will have the opportunity to choose a particular aspect of education and to study that in greater depth. This could include aspects of particular curriculum areas, aspects of learning which cross curriculum boundaries; the option you take could include an opportunity to undertake work experience in non-school settings, some of which could be outside the UK. Our extensive portfolio of PGCE options are detailed in this brochure. Please note: our offering is subject to Government allocations and an annual review of our provision. Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING PGCE PRIMARY FULL-TIME ROUTE Lower Primary (3-7), Upper Primary (5-11) Upper Primary plus Languages: French German Spanish Upper Primary with Mathematics specialism The PGCE Primary aims to enable student teachers to become confident, competent classroom practitioners who can enable children to learn effectively across the whole curriculum. The programme also develops student teachers understanding of the demands of the National Curriculum, the Curriculum for the Foundation Stage and other Government initiatives. Two age phases are available for students to study, 3-7 or 5-11 year olds. In addition students can also opt to express an interest in Languages in the Upper Primary course. By doing so, students will follow the same Upper Primary (5-11) pathway but will have some additional opportunities to engage with Language learning and teaching, including a self-funded research opportunity in a French, Spanish or German Primary school setting. Students can also opt to follow the Upper primary 5 11 programme with mathematics specialism. This programme is designed to support you in reaching the Standards to be a Qualified Teacher, with a focus on primary mathematics. It is written for anyone who enjoys learning mathematics and wants to teach children to fully understand and be fascinated by it. The programme will enable you to be a generalist primary class teacher but will also prepare you to be a specialist teacher of primary mathematics, who leads mathematics across the school, teaching more mathematics than other subjects. You will study primary mathematics in depth, exploring the most effective ways of teaching mathematical ideas. You will also gain a strong understanding and experience of teaching other subjects. The Primary route works very closely with our partnership schools to provide a range of experiences. In our model for PGCE placement, a student is allocated to a partnership school for the full PGCE year and you may be allocated to one or two classes. This one longer placement is structured into individual days and two block placements in the Autumn and Summer terms. In addition students are required to undertake a contrasting school experience for a minimum of 15 days. This should take place in a different school setting and should provide a contrasting experience to your base school, including: size; urban or rural locations; infant or juniors; use of specific curriculum. PGCE 7-14 (KS2 and KS3) English Geography History Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages Physical Education Religious Education Science Music Design and Technology The PGCE 7-14 pathway is an innovative and unique pathway that enables students to be educated across two distinct sectors; primary and secondary. This experience and education enables the students to gain a broad knowledge and understanding of education from EYFS through to KS5. Students will engage with observation in EYFS, KS1 and KS5, are encouraged to engage in some teaching at KS4 but will teach predominantly in KS2 and 3. The underpinning rationale of the pathway is to engage with issues that occur from the year 6-7 transfer and develop through experiencing best practice in both settings. 08 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

09 The pathway works with a group of primary, secondary and special schools in order to bring a dedicated partnership approach to all aspects of the pathway from planning to joint teaching and learning experiences. Whilst in secondary settings you will have a specialist subject you will be expected to teach across the National Curriculum in primary. The pathway offers a wide range of experiences such as a devoted week to SEN with 3 days in a special school. From this pathway student teachers can gain employment across primary and secondary settings and are highly sought after with several students gaining interesting roles working across both a primary and secondary school. PGCE 11-18 Art and Design Biology Citizenship Chemistry Computer Science Design and Technology English Geography History Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages Music Physics Physics with Mathematics Physical Education Religious Education The 11-18 age range offers a fantastic opportunity to work with creative, vibrant and dynamic young people with a focus on teaching the subject you are passionate about. You will learn to teach your subject across the 11-18 age range whilst understanding how it fits within the wider curriculum. You should experience two contrasting secondary school placements which may include: Independent; Grammar; Foundation, Academy; and Secondary High Schools. On placement you will be supported by a Professional Mentor, Curriculum Mentor and University Tutor. You will develop a wide range of strategies to teach, support and develop learners from KS3 through to GCSE and A Level. Each specialism maximises your potential to become an imaginative and creative teacher who understands the wider importance of 11-18 education in society. There are unique features to each subject specialism and to read more about each please visit: www.canterbury.ac.uk/courses/prospectus/pgce/11-18.asp PGCE 11-18 INSPIRE Physics Chemistry Mathematics Physics with Mathematics in partnership with Imperial College London The INSPIRE pathway aims to enhance science teaching in schools by bringing those with significant research experience in physics, chemistry or engineering into schools in and around London. It is open to those with at least an MSc in one of those subjects and attracts an enhanced bursary. Based at Imperial College London, the INSPIRE programme builds on tailored versions of the Curriculum Studies and Professional Studies modules with a dedicated Enhanced Studies module, which draws on expertise from Imperial College and Canterbury Christ Church. The skills and understanding developed underpin four weeks of INSPIRE activities delivered by our students in partner schools, in addition to the teaching and workshops run in two placement schools. This is a challenging but highly rewarding route into teaching for those dedicated to enhancing education in the physical sciences and mathematics. Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING PGCE 14-19 Applied Business Studies Health and Social Care Psychology Leisure and Tourism This highly innovative PGCE is a unique programme preparing graduates for the rewards and challenges of teaching the 14-19 age range and beyond in the Secondary and Further Education (FE) sectors. The course is organised in partnership with schools and FE colleges and you should experience two contrasting placements. The programme is also designed to provide a strong foundation for working in the Lifelong Learning sector, especially FE, with the possibility of a further Qualified Teacher Learning & Skills status in this sector (subject to Professional Formation). Outcomes for students on this pathway are excellent with high employability rates. PGCE POST COMPULSORY FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME BASIS Business Administration Construction (and related subjects) Design and Technology Engineering English, Media Studies and Performing Arts Health, Social Care and Public Services ICT Mathematics Skills for Life (Literacy and ESOL) Skills for Life (Numeracy) Science PLEASE NOTE: The PGCE Post Compulsory accommodates all subject specialisms and the courses above are provided as an example of the range on offer. However an on offer of a place on the course is subject to CCCU securing a placement for you in your subject specialism area within one of our Partnership Colleges. The PGCE Post Compulsory is a highly-regarded professional teacher training course that will qualify you to teach in the lifelong learning sector. This sector offers you a breadth of potential employment routes including Further Education colleges, sixth form colleges, adult and community learning, work-based learning and prison education. The programme accommodates all subject specialisms and professional placements are obtained within our wide consortia of further education partner colleges in London and Kent. You will develop the essential skills required for teaching and learning, as well as honing your subject specific teaching skills. In addition, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of the functional skills of English, maths and ICT and will be able to integrate these into your teaching. Credits from this pathway can be used towards the MA in Professional Learning and Education (Please see PGCE awards for credit breakdown). The programme has a high success rate of trainees obtaining employment within the sector post-qualification. From my job hunting experience, I felt that the PGCE from CCCU is considered an excellent qualification by employers. It has made a big difference for me. PGCE Post-compulsory trainee 2012 10 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

11 PGCE PRIMARY PART-TIME April entry (2 years) Based at our Medway Campus only from April 2014 This now well established route allows student teachers to be confident, competent classroom practitioners who can enable children to learn effectively across the whole curriculum. The partnership delivers the programme through dedicated sessions, which occur in both school and university settings. Attendance is required on one day a week throughout school terms with some taught days during the half term holiday at the Medway and Canterbury campuses.. In addition there will be some Saturday sessions during term time. Placements are full-time which include: single, focussed days with specific learning tasks; research and data collection; placement visit days; and assessed block placements. The 3 assessed professional block placements are organised as follows: 4 weeks in Autumn term year 1; 5 weeks in Spring term year 1; 8 weeks in Autumn term year 2; plus a research week in Summer term year 1 undertaken full time in school. PGCE MODULAR PRIMARY January entry (flexible up to 3 years) Primarily based at our Canterbury campus Modular PGCE Primary route is suited to prospective students who have a range of experience in school and who wish to work through a personalised approach to teacher training. This flexible route is a blend of distance learning with a minimum of 12 core teaching days at the Canterbury campus on Saturdays. It is best suited to students with good organisational and time management skills. The route can be undertaken in as little as 9 months and you have 3 years to complete the training. The decision about timing can be made at varying times in the programme and you will undertake either 2 or 3 placements dependent on your progress. PGCE AWARDS You can exit the PGCE pathways with one of two awards. The Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with QTS is awarded to those students who gain 20 or less Level 7 credits, but who pass all modules, gaining 120 credits in total. The Post Graduate Certificate (PGCE) with QTS is awarded to those students who gain 40 or 60 Level 7 credits and who pass all modules gaining 120 credits in total. The PGCE 14-19 in England is the only course to offer both Qualified Teacher Status and initial qualification for Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS). Students on the PGCE Post-compulsory course will be recommended for QTLS. Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING SCHOOL DIRECT The School Direct training programme is a school-led route and is available in some of the best primary and secondary schools across England in partnership with ITT providers. Canterbury Christ Church University is one of the largest partners of School Direct in the country. We currently work with around 40 lead schools who provide both School Direct and School Direct Salaried routes into teaching. We are working in partnership with schools not only in the South East but across the country. How to apply You can view all available School Direct routes via the UCAS Teacher Training website: www.ucas.com/how-it-all-works/teacher-training We work in partnership to provide a wide range of subjects and phases for School Direct. The UCAS application system will allow you to search through a wide range of courses to suit you with schools working in partnership with CCCU. You will be able to search different options which include: School Direct or School Direct salaried; age phase; subject choice. Contact the National College of Teaching and Leadership (formally the Teaching Agency) for more information: www.education.gov.uk/get-into-teaching Understanding the different options Canterbury Christ Church University is proud to offer a wide range of options within the School Direct Training Programme. Not only do we offer both the School Direct and School Direct (salaried) pathways but we currently provide two pathways (PGCE and QTS only). To learn more about the different options and see which one is most appropriate for you please see the chart opposite. The options are subject to final confirmation for 2015/16 and you will need to check with the school at application which route they are opting for. Some schools may also offer self-funded places. Please discuss this with the school directly as this may have different financial arrangements. Fantastic teaching, great fun and very productive. I felt comfortable in the company of both trainees and tutors and able to voice any concerns or questions. It was brilliant to take part in activities we could use ourselves in the classroom and this was well-balanced by subject/national Curriculum knowledge. School Direct Summer School Participant, August 2013 12 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

13 Do you have 3 or more years experience in the work place (in any profession)? NO YES You can choose from either School Direct or School Direct Salaried Programme Fees/Funding School Direct (non salaried) You will: be a student of CCCU and have all the benefits this brings. You will pay fees but be able to apply for a student loan and could be paid a bursary (if eligible). School Direct Salaried You will be employed by the school and be paid a salary equivalent to the unqualified teacher scale. You will not pay fees but in addition not be eligible for loans or bursaries. What outcome would you like to gain from your study? Course and Outcome QTS Only (Model A) The course focuses on work based learning with the majority of time spent in school. The outcome of this course is QTS only (Qualified Teacher Status). You will attend approx. 12 training days at university throughout the year and may be required to build a portfolio of evidence during the programme. PGCE (Model A+) The course is a mixture of work based learning and academic assessments. The majority of time is spent in school with training days throughout the year at university. The outcome of this course is a full Postgraduate Certificate in Education with 60 Masters level credits plus QTS. You will complete 6 assessed modules: 2 placement; 2 curriculum; 1 professional; 1 enhanced. Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING TEACH FIRST Teach First is a charitable organisation based in London, whose vision is to recruit, train and place top graduates in National Challenge primary and secondary schools for two years, to address educational disadvantage through inspirational teaching and leadership. Selection for the Teach First Leadership Development Programme is very competitive and includes a rigorous assessment process aimed at identifying not only academic ability but the level of your commitment to teaching and to the Teach First vision. Typically, you are expected to begin the programme with at least a 2:1 degree in your teaching subject and are required to complete a Curriculum Knowledge Audit, which is assessed by University tutors. All prospective candidates apply to Teach First directly, and online, in the first instance. Delivery The programme starts with an intensive six-week Summer Institute, which focuses on the essentials of teaching theory and practice, including pedagogy and personalised learning. From September, you will work full-time in school, and follow an employment-based training route which is provided by partner institutions across geographical regions in England and Wales. Canterbury Christ Church University is one of the training providers for participants based in schools within the London region, and is the training provider for the South East region. Training is provided by school-based mentors, supported by University tutors who visit the schools regularly and run specialist training days at various times in the year. On successful completion of the first academic year, you will achieve QTS and a PGCE. Once you gain your teaching qualification, you will continue your placement in the second year and receive a structured programme of leadership training designed to prepare you for senior positions in education, politics or business. Masters level work is integrated into the training programme so after the two mandatory years of the Teach First programme, you are well on the way to completing an MA in Education Leadership. How to apply Applications for the Teach First Leadership Development Programme are made online directly to Teach First. Recruitment begins very early and typically closes in March prior to the start of the next academic year. Visit graduates.teachfirst.org.uk To find out more about Canterbury Christ Church University as a training provider for Teach First, email teach.first@canterbury.ac.uk 14 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING 15 SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE ENHANCEMENT COURSES Get up to speed subject knowledge at your fingertips Canterbury Christ Church University has established itself as one of the leading providers of online Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) courses for those about to embark on their Secondary teacher training. These FREE online courses provide those starting School Direct, PGCE, SCITT or Teach First courses with the subject knowledge and confidence needed to prepare you for your future training and to meet the Teachers Standards. SKE to prepare you for teaching We offer SKE courses in: Chemistry Physics Mathematics French Spanish We have various start dates and course lengths throughout the year with 8, 12, 16 and 20 week lengths available. The course duration is determined in discussion with your Initial Teacher Training (ITT) provider and as part of your conditional offer. These online courses are designed to strengthen and enhance your existing knowledge and expertise to prepare you for new teaching challenges. Delivery These high quality courses have been written by a specialist team of academics and professionals in collaboration with Canterbury Christ Church University. Specialist tutors support your progression through the online content and tasks set, and are available to answer your questions throughout your course. The course begins with a Subject Knowledge Audit to determine your current knowledge level and establish your areas that require further development, with a final audit at the end of your course to clearly show your progress. It was a really useful way to study in terms of flexibility and fitting into my lifestyle. SKE participant 2014 These flexible online courses are individually tailored to meet your experience and learning needs, with topics covering the national curriculum at KS3, 4 and 5 to enable you to get up to speed before you begin your teacher training in September. You can study around work and other commitments, with weekly live video tutorials which are also recorded so you can access them at a later date and time to suit you. SKE courses are short non-credit bearing courses, with a certificate awarded at the end of your course which you can provide to your training provider as proof of your successful completion. Faculty of EDUCATION

Postgraduate routes into TEACHING Fees and bursaries The courses are fully funded by the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) for those eligible who have accepted a conditional offer of an ITT place where the conditions state a SKE course must be completed. A tax-free training bursary of 200 per week is also available for Home or EU candidates holding a minimum honours degree classification of 2:2 or equivalent. Students who have not graduated from their degree at the point of starting can still apply for a bursary, but will not receive any payments until proof of degree completion and a final grade of 2:2 or above has been provided. Should your SKE course and ITT overlap then your SKE bursary entitlement would cease on commencement of your ITT programme. If you re not eligible for a free SKE place but would still benefit from completing a course, please contact us for pricing and further details. How to apply Further course information including an application form and sample course materials can be found online at www.canterbury.ac.uk/education/ske For further details, email ske@canterbury.ac.uk The course was often orientated around how a topic could be taught... It was a really useful way to study in terms of flexibility and fitting into my lifestyle. SKE participant 2012 16 If you have any questions email: education@canterbury.ac.uk

17 Over 90% of students completing one of our QTS programmes are employed within 6 months Our initial teacher education programmes are considered to be among the best in the country Teacher educators since 1962 Working in partnership to transform society through education Faculty of EDUCATION

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