University of Roehampton (London)
PGCE Secondary
Study detals
: Master's degree : PGCE PGCE Secondary : Full time : 12 MonthRequirements
Entry requirements
Roehampton English Language Test
- Postgraduate degrees - mapped to IELTs scores
TOEFL IBT
- Postgraduate degrees - 89 overall with a minimum of 17 in listening and writing, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking
IELTS Academic
· Postgraduate degrees – 6.5 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each component
Cambridge Advanced Certificate
- Postgraduate degrees - 176 overall with a minimum 162 in each component (some schools require a minimum of 169 in each)
Cambridge Proficiency Certificate
- Postgraduate degrees - 176 overall with a minimum 162 in each component (some schools require a minimum of 169 in each)
All applicants that require a Tier 4 visa must also meet the minimum English Language requirements before we can issue a Certificate of Acceptance for Study (CAS) that is needed to apply for a Tier 4 visa.
Academic requirements
Along with a complete application, EU and international applicants are required to submit various supporting documents. These include:
- Academic qualifications (certificate and transcript)
- Valid English language qualification
- Personal statement
- Two references
Speciality
There aren’t any pathways available
Additional information
Degree Overview
As one of the UK’s leading and longest-running providers of teacher education, we can offer you the best foundation for a successful career in the profession. Completion of this Postgraduate Certificate in Education will provide you with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from one of the highest rated providers in the country. If you study PGCE Secondary at Roehampton you will be taught by a supportive, passionate and driven team of academic staff. Our experienced team strive to ensure you receive the best training and will encourage you to become a confident and successful teacher. Your placement will be confirmed before the start of term, and your mentors in schools are also trained to ensure you achieve your full potential. In addition to our academic staff, we also have a range of support departments to help you with everything from dealing with money matters, to support with your studies. Your course will provide you with a holistic view of the profession; you will look at the child, the curriculum and teacher. You will undertake two blocks of school experience. The foundation placement for 6 weeks in one school in the autumn term, then in the summer term a 12-week development and consolidation placement in a contrasting school.
Study Reasons
- Roehampton offers one of the UK’s widest range of secondary subject specialisms available through any university
- A PGCS from a UK provider is recognised by many countries, providing opportunities for you to seek employment internationally once qualifies