Study PGCE Secondary Art and Design with Qts (11-16) at University of Cumbria in the UK, Institute of Education

PGCE Secondary Art and Design with Qts (11-16)

UK

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What will I learn?

Our well-respected PGCE Secondary with QTS supports you through your journey from student to Early Career Teacher (ECT). Moreover, as the PGCE programme includes QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) you'll apply for your first teaching position whilst studying with us. Grounded in the learning of our PGCE Secondary programme, this Art and Design pathway allows you to develop the skills to teach in the secondary school setting, delivering engaging Art and Design lessons. This unique specialism gives you the opportunity to cultivate creativity in young people, nurturing imaginative skills that extend into all elements of their academic career.You’ll learn through a blend of theory and hands-on experience, working within the National Curriculum Framework. You'll explore the key concepts and themes of the PGCE curriculum, confidently devising and delivering engaging lessons to children and young people, aged 11-16 years old.Over half the course will be spent working in the classroom on assessed placement, with school-based enrichment activities alongside your university-based study. You'll take two placements across a variety of schools and settings, building a wealth of experience to help advance your future career.

Which department am I in?

Institute of Education

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£16,000.00 (US$ 20,663) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Lancaster

Bowerham Road,

Lancaster,

Lancashire,

LA1 3JD, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£16,000.00 (US$ 20,663) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Lancaster

Bowerham Road,

Lancaster,

Lancashire,

LA1 3JD, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You are welcome to apply if you have achieved a 2:2 or above in any Art and Design related degree, GCSE English Language, and GCSE Maths at grade C/4.A satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check and Occupational Health check prior to starting the course.A satisfactory academic (University) reference, or, a satisfactory professional reference if it is more than 3 years since academic study.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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