Physical Education - (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only) Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE

UCAS Code: 3D7R
PGCE Secondary - Physical Education (QTS)
Inspire generations of children and young people to lead a healthy and active lifestyle throughout their lives and to ignite a passion for sport and physical activity by following our Secondary PGCE Physical Education programme. A combination of lectures, seminars and practical experience will provide you with a detailed understanding of how pupils learn and equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to develop as a creative and innovative teacher of Physical Education.

Here at Bangor we will ensure that you have the qualities needed to not only be an outstanding Physical Education teacher, but also a teacher of Health and Wellbeing, by giving you the opportunity to explore other aspects of the Health and Wellbeing Curriculum, so that you are fully prepared to meet the needs of the new Curriculum for Wales.

Why Study with us?
• Where better to study for your PGCE Physical Education qualification than here in Bangor, which is proud of its successful history and tradition of providing Physical Education teacher education. You will have access not only to a vast range of sport, physical activity, and education opportunities but also to outstanding outdoor and adventure activities. This aspect is unique to Bangor where we provide excellent extracurricular learning opportunities here in North Wales but further afield nationally and internationally. You will have access to state-of-the-art sporting and physical activity resources and facilities as well as the beautiful natural area resources we are blessed with at Bangor – mountains, lakes, rivers and pristine beaches. This to inspire you as you prepare for your exciting new career in education.

• Experienced tutors and researchers will provide you with the skills needed to become the educators of the future. Lead School experiences with well-trained mentors, along with two School Placements will support your development towards Qualified Teacher Status.

• An opportunity to study whilst immersing yourself in Welsh culture and language, here in beautiful North Wales. Professional support for Welsh language learning whether you are a complete beginner or a fluent user of the language.

Be the inspiration for the next generation.

This PGCE with QTS is recognised across Wales and England and is often transferable further afield for entry into the teaching profession. Those seeking to teach outside Wales and England should check recognition and transferability of Qualified Teacher Status with the respective country’s Teachers’ Professional Body.