UCAS Code: 2T4R

Course Length: 1 Year Full-Time

Start Dates: September 2021

Faculty: Education

Location: Edge Hill University

Successful completion of the programme leads torecommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

The Government has targeted the presence of a physicaleducation specialist in every primary school as part of adrive to increase healthy lifestyles.

This PGCE provides you with a high-quality initial teachereducation experience. It will prepare you to teach thewhole national curriculum across the 5-11 age range inkey stages 1 and 2 while developing a specific specialismin primary physical education. Spending a significantamount of time undertaking professional practiceplacements in schools and other educational settings, youwill be supported in meeting the Teachers’ Standards,gaining the professional skills, knowledge, understanding

Train to enthuse and inspire children aged 5-11, developing specialist expertise in primaryphysical education as you experience a variety of key stage 1 and key stage 2 classes andachieve recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

International Students Can Apply Professional Practice Placements Professional Accreditation

PGCE Primary Physical EducationSpecialist with QTS

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and attitudes necessary for a successful first year as aNewly Qualified Teacher (NQT).

Graduating as a primary physical education specialist, you

will model excellent practice and be ready to leadcolleagues in the development of enriching, engaging andchallenging PE lessons which will inspire and enthusechildren.

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Course in Depth

What will I study?

The programme consists of four main elements:

• Academic Study at Masters Level - you willcomplete two 30-credit modules at Masters level.The first module provides academic andprofessional development through a focus onfundamental skills for teaching as well ascontemporary issues in primary education. Thesecond module will present you with anopportunity to identify and explore an aspect ofspecial interest within primary physical education.The assessment design of these modules allows youto follow your own developing professionalinterests and so individualise your initial teachereducation experience and your professional CV;

• Development of Professional Curriculum SubjectKnowledge - during the induction phase of theprogramme you will engage in university sessionswith experienced specialist tutors. You will developthe professional subject knowledge that forms theessential foundation of effective teaching andensures that children make progress and enjoylearning. You will explore the expectations of thenational curriculum for England and learn aboutappropriate approaches to teaching and learningfor each subject. Tutors will model aspects ofprimary classroom practice using practical teachingworkshops to build your confidence andenthusiasm for each national curriculum subject;

• Professional Practice Placements - you will spenda significant amount of time undertakingprofessional practice placements in key stages 1and 2 in schools and other educational settings.During these experiences you will continue toengage in academic studies through onlinecollaboration with your peers and university tutors;

• Physical Education Conferences - additionalphysical education conferences, sometimesscheduled at weekends, will provide an opportunityfor deeper study of aspects of primary physicaleducation, including international and historicalperspectives and research from the forefront of thesubject.

How will I study?

Your learning experience will include lectures, seminars,workshop sessions and tutorials delivered using a hybridblend of on-campus and online teaching. Independentstudy will be supported by materials provided throughthe virtual learning environment using a range of onlineteaching tools and applications. Your university-basedexperiences will be underpinned by reference to currentresearch.

You will spend a significant amount of time undertakingprofessional practice placements, normally in key stages1 and 2 in schools and other educational settings. Duringthese experiences you will have opportunities to observethe work of expert practitioners. You will reflect on anddiscuss this practice with those practitioners and yourtrained school-based mentor. As you take on increasingresponsibility for children’s learning and development,you will start by working with small groups under thedirection of the class teacher, sometimes with a studentteacher partner, and progress to planning for and workingwith the whole class for significant periods of time,managing the learning of every child.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment strategies will include presentations todifferent audiences, academic essays individually tailoredaround your own professional interests, and ongoing tasksubmission.

During professional practice your school-based mentorwill assess your development through reflectiveconversations, reviewing and discussing your planningand assessment records, observing your teaching, andgathering the perspectives of other adults and, of course,of the children who work with you.

In all cases, you will be given clear assessment guidance.The assessment criteria will be shared with you and youwill be given constructive feedback to help you to settargets and identify actions to help you make furtherprogress.

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You will compile an electronic portfolio that bringstogether evidence to demonstrate your professionaldevelopment and your ability to meet the Teachers’Standards.

There are no formal written examinations as part of thecurrent assessment methods on this programme.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught in University and on professionalpractice in schools by a range of highly qualified andexperienced teachers and tutors who are dedicated toexcellence in primary education and who will model highquality practice to enable you to develop your ownteaching style.

You will be supported throughout your programme by apersonal academic tutor who will help you to manageyour workload, engage with your academic studies,

prepare for professional practice placements and secureyour first teaching post.

A Great Study Environment

The Faculty of Education has been at the forefront ofteacher education for more than 130 years and todayenjoys the enviable position of being one of the country’sleading providers of education, training and research forthe children’s workforce.

Housed in a state-of-the-art £9m building, the Faculty ofEducation’s facilities include a 300-seat lecture theatre,five well-equipped ICT suites, and 18 teaching roomscomplete with the latest technology.

The Faculty has a strong commitment to practice-basedlearning and has developed partnerships with over 2,000schools and colleges, local authorities and professionalassociations.

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Modules

PGP4015: Leading Development and Change in the Primary School (Physical Education Specialist)(30 credits)Leading Development and Change in the Primary School (Physical Education Specialist) enables you to harness yourpassion for physical education to develop as an expert primary PE teacher. You will have the opportunity to tailor yourstudies around one specific aspect of the primary physical education curriculum. Working with specialist tutors, youwill develop extended subject knowledge and an evidence-based approach to learning, teaching, assessment andcurriculum design. You will also examine bias and political, historical and cultural contexts, developing the capacity tolead and manage change and to articulate and communicate your own vision for curriculum development withinphysical education.

PGP4110: Contemporary Issues in Primary Education (30 credits)Contemporary Issues in Primary Education raises your awareness of complex contemporary issues and the impactthey have on children's lives. The module recognises that children's educational experiences are subject to complexinfluential factors which have implications for social justice and achievement. These factors change over time, as newpriorities emerge to which schools and teachers are expected to respond, however the implications for schools andtheir communities are contextual. Individual children and individual communities deserve individual consideration.The module provides you with the opportunity to embrace this complexity and begin to develop the expertise tomanage complex issues in a systematic, informed and effective fashion. Building on the foundations of equity, justiceand social responsibility, you will develop a framework which will guide your understanding of contemporary issueswithin the primary education context and which will facilitate your ongoing professional learning and development inthe future.

Timetables

Timetables for your induction week are normally available in August prior to enrolment. You can expect to receiveyour timetable for the rest of the academic year during your induction week. While we make every effort to ensurethat timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week.

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information, however our programmes aresubject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may necessitate alteration to, or the cancellationof, courses.

Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies, revisions to subject benchmarksstatements, to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right tomake variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

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Entry Criteria

Entry Requirements

When you apply, you are expected to have:

• A commitment to, and understanding of, primaryeducation in general and primary physicaleducation in particular, demonstrating the personalattributes, values and motivation required to trainas a teacher;

• Suitable presentational qualities, including a goodstandard of written English.

Before the programme commences, you must have:

• A degree equivalent to UK first-class orsecond-class honours (2:2 or above). No specificsubjects are required;

• GCSEs at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (orequivalent) in English Language and Mathematics;

• GCSE at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (orequivalent) in Combined Science, Physics,Chemistry or Biology.

In addition, you will need A Level Physical Education (orequivalent) or be able to demonstrate a commitment tosport beyond the classroom, such as a recognised sportsaward or elite athlete status.

Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training,level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are notconsidered as equivalent to GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 inEnglish Language and Mathematics.

EU students can get country-specific information aboutthe University’s entry requirements and equivalentnational qualifications at www.edgehill.ac.uk/eu.

An academic reference is required for all students whohave graduated in the last five years. An interview and

subject knowledge tests form part of the selectionprocess.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University youwill be required to meet the Department for Education’sstandards for physical and mental fitness to teach andclearance to work with children. Further information,including a Declaration of Health questionnaire anddetails of how to apply for a Disclosure and BarringService (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure will be sent to youafter you have firmly accepted an offer.

English Language Requirements

International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score nolower than 6.0 in each individual component, or anequivalent English language qualification.

If your current level of English is half a band lower, eitheroverall or in one or two elements, you may want toconsider our Pre-Sessional English course.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Edge Hill University recognises learning gainedelsewhere, whether through academic credit andqualifications acquired from other relevant courses ofstudy or through recognition of an individual’sprofessional and employment experience (also referredto as 'experiential learning'). This may include credit orlearning undertaken at another university.

Previous learning that is recognised in this way may beused towards meeting the entry requirements for aprogramme and/or for exemption from part of aprogramme. It is your responsibility to make a claim forrecognition of prior learning. For guidance, please consultthe University's academic regulations (sections C7 andF3.1) or contact the faculty in which you are interested instudying.

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Career Prospects

What are my career prospects?

This PGCE is accredited by the Department forEducation. Successful completion of the programme willenable you to gain recommendation for Qualified TeacherStatus (QTS). You will be well placed to progress intoemployment as a Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) in aprimary school.

Our graduates obtain work in schools across the UK andabroad and we offer excellent support to help you gainyour first teaching post. You will have an ability to teachin key stage 1 or key stage 2 in primary schools, a strongknowledge of primary education, excellent physicaleducation subject knowledge and pedagogy, andoutstanding classroom skills, so that you meet and exceedthe national standards for Qualified Teacher Status.

You will also have a thorough understanding of how toteach the primary curriculum in creative ways that exciteand stimulate children whilst ensuring that they makegood progress. In addition, you will have a deepknowledge of primary physical education and be wellplaced to take a subject leadership role in school. Skills inmonitoring and managing your own development,together with an ability to reflect on alternativeapproaches to education, will help you to make informedchoices and aid your career progression.

Before the end of the programme, you will need tocomplete a Career Entry and Development Profile(CEDP) which acts as a useful bridge between the PGCEand your induction year as an NQT. Our proactiveCareers service can help you find job vacancies and offerin-depth advice on job applications and interviews, tohelp you secure work.

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Finance

Tuition Fees

If you are a prospective UK student who will be joiningthis PGCE in academic year 2021/22, the tuition fee willbe £9,250 (subject to final Government approval). Tuitionfees for international students enrolling on theprogramme in academic year 2021/22 are £13,500.Exemptions apply for EU students who have settled orpre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, aswell as Irish nationals, who may be eligible for the UKtuition fee rate.

Financial Support

Subject to eligibility, UK students joining this PGCE canapply for a Tuition Fee Loan from the Government tocover the full cost of tuition fees. UK students enrollingon the programme may also be eligible to apply foradditional funding to help with living costs.

For comprehensive information about the financialsupport available to eligible UK students joining thisprogramme in academic year 2021/22, together withdetails of how to apply for potential funding, please viewour Money Matters 2021/22 guide atwww.edgehill.ac.uk/pgcefinance2021.

EU students who have settled or pre-settled status underthe EU Settlement Scheme may be eligible to apply forfinancial support. Irish nationals should apply to StudentUniversal Support Ireland (SUSI).

Financial support information for international studentscan be found at www.edgehill.ac.uk/international/fees.

Scholarships

Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships with acompetitive application process for prospective full-timePGCE students.

These scholarships aren't linked to academic success andcelebrate determination, talent and achievement beyondyour coursework, for instance in creativity, enterprise,ICT, performance, sport or volunteering.

To find out more about scholarships, to assess youreligibility, and to meet some of our dedicated scholarshipwinners, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.

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Apply

How to Apply

Apply online through UCAS Teacher Training atwww.ucas.com/apply/teacher-training.

Visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyucasteachertraining tofind out more about the application process.

Further information for international students about howto apply is available at www.edgehill.ac.uk/applyinternational.

Should you accept an offer of a place to study with us andformally enrol as a student, you will be subject to theprovisions of the regulations, rules, codes, conditions andpolicies which apply to our students. These are availableat www.edgehill.ac.uk/studentterms.

Visit Us

If you are considering applying to study at Edge Hill

University, the best way to gain an insight into studentlife is to discover our stunning campus for yourself byattending an open day. You can view dates and book yourplace at www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays.

Alternatively, if you are unable to attend an open day, youcan find out more about our full range of events forprospective students, including campus tours and virtualactivities, at www.edgehill.ac.uk/visitus.

Request a Prospectus

If you would like to explore our full range of PGCEsbefore you apply, you can order a PGCE prospectus atwww.edgehill.ac.uk/pgceprospectus.

Get in Touch

If you have any questions about this programme or whatit's like to study at Edge Hill University, please contact:

• Course Enquiries

• Tel: 01695 657000

• Email: study@edgehill.ac.uk

International students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk withany queries about overseas study.

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