| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-04-24 | 2023-02-10 |
| 2023-09-19 | 2023-01-27 |
| 2024-01-03 | 2023-11-25 |
Program Overview
Course overview
Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher. We aim to nurture teachers who are passionate about the development of their own and their pupils' learning.
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Learn more about the Ofsted Outstanding PGCE and School Direct courses we offer at one of our upcoming Open Evenings.
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Why study this course with us?
The University of Chester Partnership has a rich history of developing highly skilled, knowledgeable teachers, and has a high employability rate. Our Partnership has learning at its heart, combined with passion and enthusiasm for teaching and learning. This is reflected in our 'Outstanding' grading from Ofsted (2016).
We will provide you with the support you need to become a critically reflective evidence-based practitioner through a combination of academic challenge and school-based learning. A distinctive aspect of the Chester experience is the enrichment module, which will support you in developing your expertise and employability in different educational settings, e.g. nurseries, SEND schools, KS2 provision. Strong pastoral care is a key aspect of ensuring your success on this demanding but fulfilling course.
Program Outline
Teaching methods
Professional and academic learning
takes place within University and partnership settings in lectures, seminars, practical workshops and tutorials. It is assessed through assignments and directed activities.
School-based learning
will move you from observation through group work to whole class teaching. It is assessed holistically against the Teachers’ Standards.Assessment
You will be expected to undertake ten independent preparation and consolidation study hours (minimum) per week for the University course, in addition to full teaching days when on placement.
Work based learning
The practical element of the course is based in local schools.
Careers service
The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences; through the curriculum, through employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice and guidance.
Careers and Employability - Student Services aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.
We are here to help you plan your future, make the most of your time at University and to enhance your employability. We provide access to part-time jobs, extra-curricular employability-enhancing workshops and offer practical one-to-one help with career planning, including help with CVs, applications and mock interviews. We also deliver group sessions on career planning within each course and we have a wide range of extensive information covering graduate jobs and postgraduate study.
Students and graduates of the University of Chester can use our services free of charge for up to two years after graduating.
The Big Move
From 2022 we will be increasing the amount of Higher Education in Warrington substantially, with a more visible and accessible town centre presence. Find out more.
