Post Compulsory Education
PGCE (Cert CertEd PROFGCE)
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Course summary and entry requirements
Course duration
Full-time: 1 year
Part-time: 2 years
About the course
Please note: The content of this course is subject to change for 2013 entry in the light of government proposals for the post-compulsory sector which are scheduled to be released later this year.
Post-compulsory Education provides a formal teaching qualification for people working, or wishing to work, in the further education sector. This could include a college of further education, a sixth form college or an organisation such as a private training company.
The programme has an excellent reputation and in 2007 we became the first post-compulsory teacher education provider in the country to be awarded an Ofsted Grade 1.
If you already hold a degree, it is anticipated that you will graduate with a Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - there may also be an opportunity to gain masters-level credits. Applicants without a first degree will graduate with a Certificate in Education (part-time courses delivered at partnership colleges).
Typical entry requirements
Individual offers may vary.
GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access equivalent:
Part-time in-service applicants are advised to have either GCSE English or an equivalent literacy qualification, or be able to demonstrate the ability to work at higher education level. Full-time pre-service applicants must have GCSE Maths and English Language at grade C or above or equivalent.For non-native speakers of English:
IELTS 7.0 in all elements.Other:
Places are still available on the full-time route at the university and on the part-time routes at our partner colleges: Sussex Coast College Hastings, Sussex Downs College (Lewes and Eastbourne) and City College Brighton and Hove.Degree and/or experience:
PGCE applicants must have an honours degree. Part-time applicants must also be working in the post-16 sector and would be expected to continue teaching for at least 50 hours a year within a post-compulsory education or training organisation concurrent with the course. Pre-service full-time applicants do not need teaching experience. Other industry experience relevant to their subject specialism is desirable. -
Course content
Course structure
Participants taking the part-time route must be working in the post-16 sector, and are normally expected to continue teaching for at least 50 hours per academic year for the duration of the course.
For the part-time in-service route you will be required to attend one half-day session per week during college term times, in addition to your regular teaching commitments. The full-time route is aimed at those who are not currently teaching and is a combination of taught sessions at the university and a teaching placement at an appropriate institution.
The full-time route is taught on our Falmer campus. The part-time route takes place at our partner colleges; Sussex Coast College Hastings, Sussex Downs College (Lewes and Eastbourne) and City College Brighton and Hove.
Areas of study
The programme is delivered through seven modules on generic teaching and learning issues relevant to the post-compulsory sector, and reflecting the key areas identified in the new standards. It is endorsed under the Equipping our Teachers regulations 2007 originally managed by the Standards Verification UK (SVUK) but now under the control of the Institute for Learning (IfL). It meets the new Professional Standards for Teachers, Trainers and Tutors in the Lifelong Learning (post-compulsory) sector.
Syllabus
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Planning and Enabling Learning in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Theories and Principles for Planning and Enabling Learning
Enabling Learning and Assessment
Curriculum Design for Inclusive Practice
Action Learning for Subject Specialist Pedagogy
Professional Development and Wider Professional Practice.
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Fees and costs
The fees listed here are for full-time courses beginning in the academic year 2013-14. Further tuition fees are payable for each subsequent year of study and may be subject to small increases, in line with inflation.
The tuition fee you have to pay depends on a number of factors including the kind of course you take, and whether you study full- or part-time. If you are studying part-time you will normally be charged on a pro rata basis depending on the number of modules you take.
What's included in the fee?
When costs such as health or criminal record checks, field trips or use of specialist materials are incurred as a mandatory requirement of the course they are included in your tuition fee.
You may incur additional costs depending on the optional modules or activities you choose. The cost of optional activities is not included in your tuition fee and you will need to meet this cost in addition to your fees. Before you apply please check with the school that provides your course using the contact details on the left of this page for advice about what is included and what optional costs you could face so you can budget accordingly.
Our website www.brighton.ac.uk/money provides advice about funding and scholarships as well as further information about fees and advice on international and island fee paying status.
Post Compulsory Education (PGCE) (Full time) [K2BN039] UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP International (Full Time) 12,900 GBP PROFGCE Post Compulsory Education (Full time) [K2BM002] UK/EU (Full Time) 9,000 GBP Island Students (Full Time) 9,000 GBP International (Full Time) 12,900 GBP -
Location
Location
Full-time: University of Brighton Falmer campus; Part-time: Sussex Coast College Hastings, Sussex Downs College (Lewes and Eastbourne), City College Brighton and Hove -
Student views
Alexander Seddon-Dyer
Post Compulsory Education PGCE
A new career
After completing my BSc(Hons) in Business Management at the University of Sussex I worked in the lettings business. I have always been interested in teaching and so after a year in lettings, I decided to pursue a career as a business lecturer.
Hands-on experience and support
I chose the School of Education because of its reputation, the course and recommendations from former students. The placement was fantastic in giving me real hands-on experience of teaching in the further education sector
The course leader was always available to answer any questions and provided feedback to help me reach my targets. The support I gained from staff on placement was also invaluable.
Career preparation and progression
The course has provided me with the tools needed to begin a successful career in teaching. I was made aware of the fundamentals that teaching involves, along with a plan for how best to progress my career.
I am currently working full-time in a FE college. I plan to continue developing my professional knowledge in order to advance my career and to be a successful lecturer whose students reach their full potential.
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Career opportunities
The course is part of the university's continuing professional development provision, designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of teachers and others involved in training or development, whether professional or voluntary. Credit-rated routes to the various awards enable participants to build from certificate-level through diploma, first degree, postgraduate certificate and postgraduate diploma to masters level.
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This course is indirectly funded by the University of Brighton. This means that you will be taught at one of the university's partner colleges and have access to all the facllities and support the college offers.
You will also have access to student services and support offered by the University of Brighton, including: sports and learning facilities on all campuses; membership of student societies and sports teams; student advice services and financial support including income-related bursaries and university scholarships.
Outstanding education
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Our primary and secondary initial teacher education provision is rated outstanding by Ofsted. They highlighted our inspirational teaching, skilful mentoring, excellent resources and dynamic leadership as areas of strength.