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Post-compulsory Education and Training
BA (Hons) Post-Compulsory Education and Training
Glyndŵr University has built an excellent reputation since 1946 for delivering an extensive range of education courses, including training for teachers in the post-compulsory sector.
Our BA (Hons) Post-Compulsory Education and Training degree is a top-up course if you hold a Certificate in Education (Post-compulsory Education and Training). It enables you to build upon your practical experience by exploring contemporary issues in teaching and learning to enhance your own practice and career opportunities.
With a government drive to raise the standards of teaching across the education sector, including post-compulsory, our degree builds upon the credits you’ll have achieved through your Certificate in Education.
Key facts
- Flexible study options - we offer a variety of deliveries to suit your personal preference
- Strong links with local further education colleges and training institutions
- Variety of assessment methods which will further hone your teaching skills, including presentations, written assignments, case studies and critical evaluation and reflection
Course content
BA (Hons) Post-compulsory Education and Training covers all the essential knowledge and skills needed for post-compulsory teaching. Topics you will study include mentoring strategies, classroom observation strategies, inclusive learning, vocational education and the philosophy of education. It’s also a pathway for you to undertake additional research and scholarly activity within your own workplace.
BA (Hons) Post-compulsory Education and Training modules
Assessment
There are a range of assessment methods used for this degree including presentations, written assignments, case studies and critical evaluation and reflection. Throughout the course the assessment strategies focus on post-compulsory working practices and you will, wherever possible, be encouraged to produce your assignment evidence from your own work context. A dissertation will be required as a final part of the assessment for the course.
Course duration
Part time: approximately 2 years
Entry requirements and applying
A Certificate in Education (PcET) is required. It is also expected that you will have a minimum of three years full-time equivalent teaching in the post-compulsory education sector. You will need to show us evidence of continuing professional development throughout this time, or an equivalent professional qualification.
Part time: apply direct
From 2012 our general academic requirement for an honours degree will be 240 UCAS points, and for a foundation degree 120 UCAS points. If you do not have the points required your application will still be considered. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and with a range of experiences.
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For more information
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01978 293439
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SID@glyndwr.ac.uk
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