PGCE Secondary in Physical Education (Welsh Medium) in Bangor United Kingdom | Bangor University

Bangor University | Bangor United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 17,000
(c. USD22,748.55)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Upon successfully completing the PGCE, Physical Education (PE) Associate Teachers (ATs) will gain a thorough grasp of PE teaching methods and how the subject fosters lifelong participation in health-promoting physical activities.
PE ATs will be inspired to see themselves as continuous learners, eager to deepen their knowledge of PE teaching's cultural and contextual aspects in Wales. Their instructional approach will be shaped by PE learning theories, enhancing their ability to thoughtfully analyze research and refine their teaching practices.
ATs will integrate all four educational purposes into their teaching, with special emphasis on nurturing healthy, confident individuals. They will recognize the vital link between positive physical activity experiences and children's well-being, actively encouraging lifelong engagement in health-enhancing exercises.
The Secondary PGCE program offers comprehensive insights into how young people learn, providing the tools to grow as an inventive educator. You'll explore adolescent development throughout secondary education while receiving guidance to excel as a teacher. This QTS-accredited PGCE is recognized throughout Wales and England, with frequent international applicability for entering the teaching field.
Dedicated schools with skilled mentors will guide Associate Teachers toward Qualified Teacher Status, aligning with Wales' Professional Standards for Teaching and Leadership.

Career Prospects
The Secondary PGCE with QTS is valued across Wales and England, with frequent international recognition for entering the teaching profession. It thoroughly equips you for educational challenges in Wales and elsewhere. Those planning to teach beyond Wales and England should verify QTS recognition with the respective country's teaching authority. CaBan programs prepare graduates for diverse educational roles while cultivating crucial leadership abilities. Research increasingly shows that school leadership significantly impacts student achievement, second only to classroom teaching. The CaBan partnership brings global expertise in cutting-edge leadership theory and practice, influencing both program content and regional/national efforts to build strong school leadership teams. The program additionally provides short placements in secondary/special schools, outdoor centers, and other educational settings to broaden experience according to individual interests.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

At least a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent in an area related to subject of study.
Grade C/Grade 4 in the GCSE examination in any of the following: English Language, English Literature, Welsh First Language, Welsh Literature.
Grade C/Grade 4 in the GCSE Examination in Mathematics or Mathematics-Numeracy must also be achieved.
A willingness and positive attitude towards seeking to improve personal use of the Welsh Language.
Applicants are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check for the child workforce including a check of the children's barred lists. Applicants who have lived outside the UK are also required to undertake a criminal records check in their countries of residence.
Applicants should reflect carefully on their ability to meet the rigours and demands of the profession. Refer to the Considerations for Applicants to Initial Teacher Education Programmes.

We also welcome applications from mature applicants, individuals with European qualifications and international applicants (subject to minimum English language requirements - IELTS Level 7 overall (with no element below 6.5)).

Tuition GBP 17,000
Bangor, United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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