Secondary English PGCE

**Learn the art of teaching English**<br/>If you have a passion for the English language and literature and wish to teach at secondary school or college level, then this route is an ideal option for you.<br/><br/>This full-time, one-year course is designed to train you as a confident and inspiring secondary teacher.<br/><br/>At the end of this one-year degree, you’ll be ready to confidently begin teaching English in a secondary school.<br/><br/>This is achieved through a balance of study of the knowledge, skills and attitudes required by the teaching profession, the fundamentals of the national curriculum, and a dedicated focus on the development of your understanding of the role of a secondary school teacher.<br/><br/>In addition, you will gain vital hands-on experience of working within the classroom through our 24-week placement programme, which will develop your confidence and competence to teach effectively.<br/><br/>After successful completion, you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) so that you can begin working as a teacher in a secondary school.<br/><br/>The University of Chichester has been training teachers for over 180 years and we look to train employable professionals who can get out there and make a difference.<br/><br/>You will be taught by experienced education specialists and our dedication to small teaching groups allows you to develop strong professional relationships with the University teaching team.<br/><br/>**On this course you will:**<br/>Specialise in teaching English.<br/>Gain Qualified Teacher Status upon completion of the course that will allow you to teach English in secondary schools in England and Wales.<br/>Develop your competence and confidence working within the classroom environment.<br/>Gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required by the teaching profession.