Entry Qualifications

GCSEs in English and Mathematics at Grade C or above or equivalents.

Two A level passes (minimum grade C) from the following subjects: Chemistry, Physics or Biology.

A degree that has at least 60% science content (please note, Psychology is not acceptable).

All applicants must meet the Secretary of State's requirements for 'physical and mental fitness to teach'

Course Description

This one year full-time programme will equip trainees to teach Science within the 11-16 age range in a variety of schools and colleges (including Welsh medium).

Nearly all the University based work is undertaken in the early parts of Terms 1 and 2. While in Universitty you will participate in sessions designed to improve your knowledge of lesson planning, practical work, managing pupils' behaviour as well as the relevant aspects of current science courses in Key Stages 3 and 4.  The Science curriculum in Key Stage 3 is now predominantly skills-based and you will have the opportunity to find out more about the Skills Framework  as well as other key skills.  You will have the chance to teach a variety of GCSE Science courses in both your teaching placements. You will find out more about cognitive approaches to the teaching of Science. Crucially, your development as a teacher in school will be guided by an experienced teacher who will act as your mentor. You will be expected to reflect upon and regularly evaluate your own practice.

Tuition Fees 2012/2013

PGCE Programmes - £9,000

Students will not have to pay up-front for their tuition. Tuition fees will be paid for by a loan which students will only start to repay once they have left their course and are earning over £21,000 a year.

Eligible Welsh and non-UK EU domiciled students will be entitled to receive a fee grant to cover fees above £3,465. This grant is non-means-tested and does not have to be repaid.

For further details, please visit www.tda.ac.uk  , www.studentfinancewales.co.uk    or www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance

PGCE Training Grants 2012/13

Incentive grants available in Wales for new eligible students on PGCE Secondary and Primary courses in 2012 are as follows:

These incentives will be variable depending on degree qualification. Eligible postgraduate students with a first class degree will recieve the highest funding levels, with progressively lower amounts for those with a 2:1 or 2:2

CONTACT

For further information, please contact:

Dr Chris Turner on 01792 482045
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Or Laura Aston on 01792 481202
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