PGCE Music (7-14 and 11-18)
FAQs
Level:
PGCE
GTTR Codes:
7-14: XWC3
11-18: W3X1
Duration:
One year full-time
Location:
The programme is taught at the Canterbury Campus but a
significant amount of time is spent in school.
All PGCEs include the option of studying for a
Postgraduate Certificate with Masters Level Credits or a
Professional Graduate Certificate
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Music is a vital and dynamic aspect of the National Curriculum and, as one of the Arts, is an important human practice throughout the world. The PGCE Music course prepares students to teach this challenging and fulfilling subject in a way which reflects the essence of music itself i.e. a unique practical and creative discipline in which we can understand and express our ideas. The course allows student teachers to develop their graduate musicianship in the context of the classroom and thus empower youngsters to use music as part of their lives. The music assignment can lead to the award of Level 4 credits (Master’s level).
The aims of the course are:
- to challenge assumptions about the nature of music and music education
- to analyse the various theories and practices of music education through active learning
- to place listening, composing and performing, in a wide range of styles and genres, at the centre of the student teacher’s learning experience
- to experience working alongside teachers in music departments
- to give access to the latest teaching and learning resources
- to develop the student teacher as a reflective and enthusiastic practitioner
- to develop skills which complement the student teacher’s expertise e.g. music technology and world music
- to help student teachers develop a well-principled philosophy of music education which they are able to use in the profession as the basis of their practice
- We use the expertise of local teachers in school and tutors in University sessions to develop the knowledge, skill and understanding required for teaching music to young people, across the full secondary age and ability range.
How to Apply
Applications for the full-time PGCE 7-14 and 11-18 are made electronically via the Graduate Teacher Training Registry (GTTR) www.gttr.ac.uk
There is no general closing date, but each programme or subject pathway is closed when it becomes fully subscribed. Early application is strongly advised, both because some subject programmes fill quickly, and because it will help you to plan for your PGCE course if you can get early confirmation of a place.
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