Frequently Asked Questions about teacher training ...
How do I apply?
What are the entry requirements ?
What are the entry requirements ?
All applications for teacher training have to be made via Apply.GOV.UK
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Search our postcode LE9 6PT and select primary or subject specialism.
What are the entry requirements ?
What are the entry requirements ?
What are the entry requirements ?
Minimum GCSE entry requirements are grade C/4 or above in Maths and English or equivalent . For Primary you also need a Science GCSE grade C/4. You need to be in your final year of study or have a honors degree (or ENIC UK (formally NARIC) proof of equivalency)
Do I need a degree?
What are the entry requirements ?
What qualification do I get at the end of a school based course?
Yes - you need have or be studying for a honors degree (360 credits). For primary the classification needs (or predicted) to be a 2:1 in any subject.
For Secondary as a general rule your degree needs to be 2:2 or above & approximately 50% of the subject that you want to teach.
What qualification do I get at the end of a school based course?
For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
What qualification do I get at the end of a school based course?
QTS & PGCE - are awarded on successful completion of the course; Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the Post Graduate Certification in Education (PGCE) with masters credits.
Are bursaries / scholarships available with school based courses?
For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
YES - You are entitled to exactly the same bursaries or scholarships with school based routes as you are with any other training route (subject to meeting the bursary/ scholarship criteria)
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For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
For Secondary, what if my degree isn't in the subject I want to teach?
Subject Knowledge Enhancement Courses (SKEs) address any gaps that you have in subject knowledge. SKEs are available in - Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design & technology, English, Languages, Mathematics, physics
Details for subject knowledge enhancement (SKEs) courses, and any funding available