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Why study this course?
This Primary with SEND (5-11) PGCE is an exceptional opportunity for anyone interested in progressing their teaching career in a specialist SEND setting, or as an SEND specialist in mainstream schools, becoming a SENDCo or Inclusion Leader in the future. We work closely in partnership with a range of specialist SEND schools who will provide a breadth of expertise to enrich your experience as a trainee. You will have the opportunity to observe and work closely with expert SEND practitioners as part of your second placement.
By the end of this primary education with SEND course you will be assessed for accreditation with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), which is the essential professional accreditation for all teachers.
We have strong partnerships with schools across London, many that we have worked with for decades these include a range of specialist provisions
Benefit from three school placements, including one in a special school, you’ll gain a lot of practical experience teaching
We celebrate Diversity and Inclusivity – we are a very diverse course, with a huge variety of backgrounds and ages, including many career-changers
Course details
You will be required to have:
- a relevant degree, preferable grade 2.2 or above
- grade C/4 in English Language, Maths and a Science (either General Science or one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics)
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course at London Met. Find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).
English language requirements
To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Student visa (previously Tier 4) you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. This course requires you to meet our standard requirements.
If you need (or wish) to improve your English before starting your degree, the University offers a Pre-sessional Academic English course to help you build your confidence and reach the level of English you require.
There are ongoing assessments at key points throughout this course, enabling you to see how well you are doing and what you need to do next. You will also receive consistent feedback and guidance from your university tutor and from your school mentor, when on placement.
Your assessment will consist of four elements:
- School Experience A, where you will learn the elements of teaching in a mainstream school. This is assessed formatively.
- School Experience B, where your teaching ability will be assessed in relation to the Teachers’ Standards, in a specialist setting.
- School Experience C, where your teaching ability will be assessed in relation to the Teachers’ Standards, in a mainstream school. This is assessed formatively, leading to a final summative assessment.
- Curriculum Studies: a Professional Practice Portfolio that is compiled across the year, detailing personal experiences and reflections on your development as a teacher, largely in relation to your practical teaching experience.
- Professional Inclusive Practice: the Educational Research Assignment, which allows you to explore an educational issue.
There are no exams.
You'll share feedback with your colleagues on the course, completing a weekly reflection and contribution to online discussions that will further develop your understanding of the secondary school teacher role.
The majority of our PGCE graduates go on to teach in schools in London. As a teacher with a PGCE and SEND specialism you will be well equipped to work in SEND specialist provisions or in mainstream schools that have additional resource units. Teachers who have trained at London Metropolitan University can be found on the staff in schools across London and beyond in roles ranging from classroom teachers through to headteachers and every role in between.
Many of our graduates develop further specialisms and can be found in a range of highly specialist roles, both in mainstream schools and in alternative provisions. As a specialist in SEND you’ll be in a strong position to become a SENDCO or Inclusion lead after passing your ECT 1 and 2.
London Met teaching graduates regularly find their first job in one of their placement schools, and many continue to work within the ‘London Met family’ across an extended career in education. The skills that you learn on the course will prepare you to meet all the challenges of teaching both in London schools and elsewhere.
If you've already studied your undergraduate degree with us, as a graduate of London Met, you'll be entitled to a 20% discount on any further study with us.
* exclusions apply
How to apply
Use the apply button to begin your application.
If you require a Student visa and wish to study a postgraduate course on a part-time basis, please read our how to apply information for international students to ensure you have all the details you need about the application process.
When to apply
Please apply as early as possible to maximise your chances of securing a place. The application window opens in mid-October for courses starting the following September.
You do not have to wait until you’ve met all the criteria before applying.
If you’re not sure whether you meet the criteria, please do one of the following:
- Contact us to enquire about the eligibility of your qualifications and experience. We’ll be able to let you know whether the Level 2 Maths certificate that you have is accepted for teacher training, or whether your degree is considered relevant to the secondary course you’re applying for.
- Apply early and make it clear in your personal statement what steps you propose to take to get the relevant qualifications or experience. Places may be limited by the Teaching Regulation Agency and are offered on a first come, first served basis. We also operate waiting lists for these courses.
This PGCE course will operate different term dates from the standard university dates, following closely to the pattern of the English school year. It will normally start in early September and run until early July. As this is a full-time (5 days per week) course, you will need to ensure that you are fully available for this time period.
