Primary Education with Mathematics University of Wolverhampton

Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Primary Education with Mathematics at University of Wolverhampton  complies with the statutory guidance from the Department for Education for Initial Teacher Training courses.

Key facts

The PGCE in Primary Education with Mathematics is specifically designed to ensure that those who are successful will be recommended for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - the professional award required by all those who wish to teach in a maintained school.

You will focus on the teaching of the National Curriculum for primary schools and specialise in teaching Key Stages 1 and 2 whilst also having valuable opportunities to experience alternative educational settings such as Early Years, Secondary, SEND and transition. The course will also provide you with valuable understanding of early years practice in mathematics as well as the transition/practices into Key Stage 3.

Over the one-year course, you will undertake learning at university and other educational settings. You will spend 120 days divided between at least two different school placements across the 3-11 age range within the primary age phase. You will also undertake an additional 20 days of Intensive Training and Practice, focussing on specific ITT curriculum themes to enhance your professional practice. 

Your university tutor team is available to assist you throughout your training, supporting development of reflection.  Every effort is made to ensure that high-quality school placements are provided to you, facilitating learning through observing, co-teaching and being observed by experienced teachers in the classroom. 

All course modules provide examples of good practice in pedagogy which you will reflect upon as you develop your own teaching style - you will be expected to actively participate in your own learning and development. 

Teaching on the course comprises a variety of methodologies that will prepare you for life in the classroom including teacher-led discussions, pupil-led exploration, peer-group discovery, problem-based learning, e-learning and the provision of individual targets. 

You will be assessed in a variety of ways including written assignments; classroom-based investigation and other school-based activities, and appraisal of practical teaching skills.