The PGCE Primary (3-7 with SEND) at the University of East Anglia is your pathway to becoming a confident and capable educator, shaping young minds during their foundational years. This postgraduate certificate is designed for aspiring teachers who are passionate about fostering early learning and development, with a specific emphasis on supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will explore the critical stages of child development and effective pedagogical strategies, preparing you to create engaging and inclusive learning environments. This programme is ideal if you are driven to make a significant impact on children's educational journeys from the outset.
This intensive, full-time, one-year PGCE course, studied on campus, balances academic learning with extensive practical experience. You will spend a significant portion of your time, at least 120 days, undertaking main teaching practice placements in two different primary schools, including one with a SEND focus. The curriculum covers essential areas such as the learning child, the developing teacher, and the reflective practitioner, alongside primary years teaching practice. You will graduate with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and 90 Master’s level credits, ready to embark on a rewarding career as a primary school teacher.