Secondary Art and Design (Lead School Partner Route) PGCE with QTS in Chester United Kingdom | University of Chester

Working alongside our Secondary Lead School partners, the University of Chester provides an Art and Design (11-16 with sixth form enhancement) specialization program that leads to a PGCE with QTS qualification. A teaching career offers immense fulfillment alongside its challenges. Our program equips you with the essential knowledge, skills, and understanding to become an exceptional educator. We strive to develop teachers who are deeply committed to advancing both their own professional growth and their students' learning experiences. The Art and Design program is delivered in collaboration with our Secondary Lead School partners. Throughout the course, you'll develop techniques to foster students' appreciation and skills in art and design through your specialized subject knowledge. We cultivate Art and Design trainees to become: dynamic and self-assured classroom practitioners‚ÄØ pedagogically versatile and innovative‚ÄØ subject specialists who combine practical expertise with historical knowledge‚ÄØ educators who understand their discipline's role within the broader curriculum‚ÄØ proficient in interdisciplinary teaching approaches‚ÄØ effective team players
The program ensures comprehensive confidence in meeting all national curriculum standards.Career support services
Our university boasts an acclaimed Careers and Employability department that offers numerous opportunities to boost your professional prospects. These include curriculum-integrated activities, employer engagements, customized workshops, personalized advice, and career counseling. The service maintains an inclusive, unbiased, and personalized approach to support your ambitions, helping you grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to society.Our team assists you in shaping your future, maximizing your university experience, and improving your job readiness. We facilitate access to part-time employment, skill-building workshops, and individual career guidance covering CV preparation, job applications, and interview practice. Course-specific career planning sessions are available, along with comprehensive resources about graduate employment opportunities.