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This program culminates in Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) certification for teaching students aged 11-16, enabling you to work in secondary schools across England and Wales. When opportunities arise, you'll also gain exposure to teaching the 11-18 age group. You may qualify for substantial tax-free training bursaries.
The approach to design and technology education has evolved significantly.
Following the updated curriculum, you'll employ your expertise and imagination to equip young learners with essential life skills while preparing them for success in the UK's vibrant creative sector. You'll guide students in mastering techniques that will drive future innovations. Additionally, you'll instruct them on ethical and inventive applications of modern technologies and digital tools.
We'll help you grow into an exceptional educator who can make the subject captivating through carefully designed, dynamic lessons that inspire all learners. The course's subject studies component will equip you with strategies to support students across the ability spectrum.
Initial university training features weekly lectures on key themes, followed by in-depth seminar discussions. You'll collaborate both within your subject area and across different disciplines.
Our training model replicates a school environment. We prioritize small-group instruction (typically 30 students) over large lecture halls to ensure ample subject-focused learning time.
The University of East London established its Secondary PGCE program in 2001 through collaboration with local authorities to tackle the teacher shortage in East London's secondary schools.
This initiative benefits from ongoing partnerships with multiple London boroughs: Barking & Dagenham, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Waltham Forest, and Redbridge.