PGCE Secondary School Direct Economics and Business Education 14-19 in Manchester United Kingdom | The University of Manchester

PGCE Secondary Economics and Business Education 14-19 (School Direct - Loreto Grammar School) provides you with the practical training and theoretical knowledge required to become an outstanding Economics and Business Education teacher.Compared with non-School Direct teacher trainees, you will benefit from additional time in school before the PGCE starts and follow a modified version of the course.Throughout, you will focus on the 14 to 19 age range to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), learning to teach the National Curriculum and related national strategies surrounding GCSE, AS and A2-level study.The majority of the course focuses upon practical training in teaching and learning-related skills. You will enjoy extended periods of school experience, which will provide opportunities to work in a primary setting and to teach in at least two different secondary schools. In total, 25 weeks of your PGCE will be spent experiencing and working in different types of school.You will:gain quality teaching experience in our partner schools and colleges;study current, challenging educational issues;receive careers planning and early professional development guidance and support from experienced tutors and mentors;receive opportunities for reflective practice and research.