PGCE Primary

GTTR code: X100

Degree awarded: PGCE

Duration: 10 months

Entry requirements: Hold a first or second class honours degree from a UK university, or a qualification recognised as equivalent by this University. This degree should normally be a 2(i) classification in a National Curriculum subject; a 2(ii) classification will be considered if the degree contains 50% content in English, Maths or Science (Physics, Chemistry or Biology based).

All selected candidates must have attained a standard in English, mathematics and science which is equivalent to the standard required to achieve a grade C in GCSE examination. Additionally, they should normally have a range of GCSEs in other National Curriculum subjects. All selected candidates will have two A levels at grade C or above, in National Curriculum subjects, preferably including either English, Mathematics or Science.  All selected candidates are also expected to have recent experience in a UK primary school. This experience should normally be a minimum of five days within the last three years and should have been completed by the interview day.

Course fees:

The 2009/10 FT onsite fee is £3,225 for home/EU students and £12,500 for international students. 

Scholarships/sponsorships:

Please see the following section of Training and Development Agency website for up-to-date information about funding for teacher training in England: http://www.tda.gov.uk/Recruit/thetrainingprocess/fundinginengland.aspx .

All trainees (with UK/EU citizenship) normally receive a training bursary. Those studying D&T, Maths, Modern Languages and Science receive £9000, Business Education and English receive £4000. In some subjects you may also be eligible for a Golden Hello on becoming a teacher. Science and Maths receive £5000 and D&T, and Modern Languages receive £2,500.

Related website: www.education.manchester.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/pgceprimary/

Academic department: School of Education

Contact email: pgce@manchester.ac.uk

How to apply: To apply for a PGCE course at the University of Manchester you must apply through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR). Please visit the GTTR website for further details. Applications or CVs sent directly to the University will not be considered.