Teacher Training/Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

Welcome to the PGCE at York

• We offer a nurturing environment and dedicated support
• You will spend two-thirds of your time in schools to help you develop your skills and ensuring you have a deep understanding of research-informed practice
• We value diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and with a wide range of experience
• We offer PGCE Secondary (11-16 with Post 16 enhancement) and PGCE Primary
• We offer in-depth subject-specific training from our Tutor and trained Mentor Teams to give you the best foundation for your career
• Our team received the Vice Chancellor's Teaching Award

Professor Claire Ball-Smith
Director of Initial Teacher Education
claire.e.ball-smith@york.ac.uk

What do we offer?

• A PGCE Secondary (11-16 with Post 16 enhancement) University of York PGCE and Lead Partner Routes with Nicholas Postgate Academy Trust (NPCAT)
• A PGCE Primary (5-11) University of York PGCE and Lead Partner Routes with Nicholas Postgate Academy Trust (NPCAT)
• A joint approach to training
• A recognised Masters level postgraduate qualification