Teacher Education Mini Guide 2011/12

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Join our lively learning

environment and benet from

outstanding academic staff and

facilities in a stunning location.

We have a long-established,

international reputation as one

of the principal providers of

teacher education in the UK.

Your university experience will be enhanced

by our beautiful campus unique in being

both close to central London and set in parkland

with grand, historic buildings and lakes side

by side with newly built modern facilities.

Our students come from all walks of life and

enjoy the comprehensive support services

and generous scholarships we offer as well asthe sense of community created by our four

Colleges. The Universitys strong foundation

in education and social justice, stretching

back to the 1840s, inspires its vision for the

future: to prepare students for success in

the 21st century.

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Welcome to the Department of Education

Each year, more than 600 students graduate from Roehampton having

successfully completed an award leading to Qualied Teaching Status.

They undertake a journey of discovery that opens their hearts and minds

to a value-based philosophy of education. The journey is emotional, physically

and intellectually demanding and, for the right person, well worth undertaking.

We offer an undergraduate course, postgraduate courses with M-level credits,

a professional (graduate) certicate, and full- and part-time routes, to meet

the needs of all applicants. Students join us straight from sixth form, following

completion of a rst degree, as career changers looking for new direction or

after raising a family.

Whichever pathway you choose, you can be condent in our commitment to

excellence in teaching and research, which is responsive to policy initiatives

and which provides a positive learning experience. We combine support

and challenge to deliver high-quality professional initial teacher education

that prepares students to become outstanding classroom teachers.

Students on our programmes reect the diversity of communities found

in Greater London schools, with which we have strong partnerships.

Our students have in common a passion for teaching and learning and

an aspiration to change lives. We build on that passion and encourage

them to teach their subject specialism in stimulating ways.

Learning to teach is demanding and is only the beginning of a teachers

professional development. It is also rewarding and enjoyable. I hope you

feel inspired to join the community of teachers who have begun their

careers here at Roehampton.

Marilyn Holness OBEHead of Department

Department of Education

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Outstanding staff

All tutors have extensive teaching experience in schools, which

means that our courses are based on the reality of the classroom

and the education system. Many members of academic staff are at

the cutting edge of research in teacher education, and Roehampton

is home to Research Centres in beliefs, rights and values in education;

creativity, development and learning; early childhood; and policy,

pedagogy and professionalism.

Excellent school-based training

Students benet from our partnership arrangement with over 500

schools, which range from larger inner-city to smaller suburban

schools. Placements in these schools prepare you for teachingin different settings and help you decide where you would like to

teach in the future.

Students prepared for employment

The University has an excellent record of student achievement. In

our most recent survey 96% of our students had gained teaching

employment soon after graduating. Many of our graduates go on to

become head teachers and senior staff in schools.

Strong student support

At Roehampton we know that teaching is a rewarding but demand-

ing career and that there are times when even the best students

will face challenges. Every student benets from the strong support

system in the Department of Education as well as having individual

named tutors to whom they can turn for advice and support. Duringschool placements, students also receive strong support, advice

and regular feedback from school colleagues and Roehampton staff.

Teaching in faith schools

Opportunities exist for BA Primary Education or PGCE students

wishing to experience teaching in Church of England (Anglican),

Catholic, Jewish, Muslim and Greek Orthodox schools with which

Roehampton works closely. We also offer a Catholic Certicate in

Religious Studies, which is essential for all those wishing to teach in

Catholic schools.

BA (Hons) Primary Education

Three years full-time

For those wanting to combine a rst degree with a primary teaching qualication

PGCE Primary

One year full-time or 18 months part-time

For those with a degree and some classroom experience who want to teach in primary schools

PGCE Secondary

One year full-timeFor those with a relevant degree who want to teach in secondary schools

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Becoming a primary teacher

The most direct route to becoming a primary teacher is to apply for

the BA (Hons) Primary Education degree, which includes an elective

subject specialism.

It is also possible to undertake a BA/BSc degree and then apply for

a full-time or part-time PGCE Primary. Degrees offered at Roehampton

that are of particular interest to potential teachers include the BA/BSc

in Education and the BA/BSc in Early Childhood Studies either as

single subjects, combined with each other, or combined with a subject

relevant to the primary curriculum. These programmes have a lighter

timetable and allow for practical experience of working with children.

Becoming a secondary teacher

You must rst obtain a BA/BSc or equivalent in any relevant subject

(or the BA/BSc Education combined with a National Curriculum

subject as the major component). While completing your rst degree,

you may apply to enrol on a one-year PGCE Secondary course to

start after you graduate. We also welcome applications from those

who have already graduated with relevant work or other experience. If

you have any doubts about the relevance of your degree subject(s) or

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opendAysBA (Hons) Primary EducationPGCE Primary

PGCE Secondary

2010 Sat 2 Oct

Wed 17 Nov

2011 Sat 12 Feb

Wed 6 Jul

Please check details

and register online at

www.roehampton.ac.uk/

teacher-education

For more information:

Tel: 020 8392 3232

www.roehampton.ac.uk

[email protected]

BA (Hons) Primary Education

For whom is this programme intended?Those who want to study

for a rst degree and want to be primary school teachers.

What age children can graduates teach? Graduates of this

programme are qualied to teach children across the full primary age

range, but with a specialism in one of two age phases: Foundation

Stage and Key Stage 1 (37 year old children) or Key Stage 2 (711

year old children).

Length of programme: three yearsTime spent in schools: a minimum of 24 weeks (120 days)

Number of places on programme: 277

Entry requirements (summary):

n 300 points are preferred, to include a minimum of two A-levels at

grade C or above, or vocational A-levels, or equivalent

n GCSE English, mathematics and a science at grade C, or equivalent

Please note that there are several more entry requirements, including

an interview, which can be found on the website: www.roehampton.ac.uk/

teacher-education

Course summary

You will undertake university-based modules that include Teaching and

Learning, the study of the National Curriculum Core and Foundation

Subjects, religious education, an introduction to modern foreign

languages in the primary school and special and inclusive education.You will also have a period of school-based experience in each

academic year and will be able to develop an elective specialism from

the subjects listed below.

Subject specialisms available

Art and DesignDesign and TechnologyEarly ChildhoodEnglishGeography

HistoryInformation and Communication Technology

Mathematics

Modern Foreign LanguagesMusicPhysical EducationReligious EducationScienceSpecial and Inclusive Education

ourses

Studying at Roehampton was

a brilliant experience, both

challenging and rewarding.

I feel the benets now as a

teacher, of the time spent in

different schools. It enabled

me to understand how they

work and the ethos which

denes each particular school.

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PGCE Primary (full-time)

For whom is this programme intended? Those who hold

a relevant degree or equivalent qualication, have relevant

experience and want to be primary school teachers.

What age children can graduates teach? Graduates of

this programme are qualied to teach children across the

full primary age range, but with a specialism in one of two

age phases: Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 (37 year

old children) or Key Stage 2 (711 year old children).

Length of programme: 39 weeks full-time

Time spent in schools: 90 days minimum across the

programme in total

Number of places on programme: 218

Entry requirements (summary):

n An Honours degree (at 2.2 or above), or equivalent

n GCSE English, mathematics and a science at grade C,

or equivalent

Please note that there are several more entry requirements,

including an interview, which can be found on the website:

www.roehampton.ac.uk/teacher-education

Course summary

In your university-based studies you will develop the

knowledge and skills required of primary and early years

teachers. You will gain a holistic understanding of a wide

range of curricular areas, including English, mathematics,

science, art and design, design and technology, geography,

history, information and communication technology, music,

physical education and religious education teaching.

The practical placements in schools provide substantial

classroom experience appropriately staged throughout the

year. During the placements, you will progress from partici-

pant observer, via support teacher and sharing teacher, to

lead teacher.

PGCE Primary (part-time)

For whom is this programme intended?Those who hold

a relevant degree or equivalent qualication, have relevant

experience and want to become primary school teachers.

What age children can graduates teach? Graduates of

this programme are qualied to teach children across the

full primary age range, but with a specialism in teaching

children between three and seven years of age.

Length of programme: ve part-time terms from January

2011 to July 2012. Two days each week are spent in the

University.

Time spent in schools: 90 days minimum across the

programme in total

Number of places on programme: 19 (early application

advisable)

Entry requirements: same as PGCE Primary (full-time)

Course summary

The PGCE Primary (part-time) programme offers an

exciting and exible opportunity to spread studies over a

longer period of time. The part-time programme shares the

rationale for, and approach to, teacher development that

underpins the full-time PGCE programme, detailed on the

previous page.

Course structure

The part-time programme runs across ve school terms:

n Year 1 spring and summer 2011

n Year 2 autumn 2011, spring and summer 2012.

You are expected to attend the University two days a week,

9.30am4pm. The programme also includes a minimum of

90 days school experience organised in two main blocks.

Full-time commitment is required for the school experience.

On school experience days expect minimum hours of

8am5pm.

The course was the

ideal structure for me as it

involved two days a week

at university, which left

enough time for my other

commitments: family,

part-time work and study.

Rae Naudi, PGCE Primary (part-time)

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The friendly, expert tuition

on offer at Roehampton

combined with two fantastic

school placements have

given me the condence totake on what is a challenging

yet ultimately rewarding job.

It was through one of these

placements that I got my

rst job and I have never

looked back.

Jerome Marshall, PGCE Primarygraduate from Rochester in Kent, nowworks as a teacher at Glenbrook PrimarySchool in Clapham

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PGCE Secondary

For whom is this programme intended?Those who already have a relevant degree

or equivalent qualication and want to be secondary school teachers.

What age children can graduates teach? Graduates of this programme are quali-

ed to teach across the full age-range in secondary schools.

Length of programme: one year full-time

Time spent in schools: 24 weeks throughout the year

Number of places on programme: 210+

Entry requirements (summary):n An Honours degree, or equivalent, related to the needs of the programme and the

subject specialism applied for

n GCSE English and mathematics grade C, or equivalent

Please note that there are several more entry requirements, including an interview,

which can be found on the website: www.roehampton.ac.uk/teacher-education

Course summary

The programme has two components: university-based studies and school-based

experience. University-based work is mainly subject-focused but is supported by a

module of Professional Studies common to all subjects; this is taught in mixed-sub-

ject groups. The time spent in the University also allows the sharing of experiences

with other student teachers. School-based work includes further training in schools

and observation of experienced teachers at work, team teaching and working with

small groups before taking responsibility for the teaching of whole classes.

Subject specialisms available

Art and DesignBusiness EducationDesign and Technology (specialising in Food, Materials, Textiles or Electronic and CommunicationsTechnology)

EnglishHistoryMathematicsModern Foreign LanguagesMusicReligious EducationScience (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)

For further information on any aspect of Roehampton

University and its teacher education courses, see the

website: www.roehampton.ac.uk/teacher-education

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The PGCE course at

Roehampton is structured

in such a way that you dont

feel like youve been thrown

in at the deep end when

you start your rst school

placement. The course

allows you to discuss and

practise key elements of

teaching before stepping

into a classroom and the

course leaders are extremely

supportive during both your

university and placements

blocks.

Jo Irving, PGCE Secondary (Science)graduate, now works as Head ofScience at Stanley Park School

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The foundation of university life is the academic experience, but theres more than

study on offer at Roehampton. Youll be studying only 30 minutes away f rom the

centre of London, one of the worlds most exciting and cosmopolitan cities, and the

areas close to Roehampton, such as Putney, Kingston, Hammersmith and Richmond,

provide a wide range of social and cultural experiences. Our campus also has a thriv-

ing social scene, with regular club nights, and many societies to join and sports to

take part in.

Roehampton Students Union (RSU)

The RSU covers everything from entertainments and social events to academic

support and looking out for your welfare.

RSU website: www.roehamptonstudent.com

Sports

There are many opportunities for students to take part in sport at Roehampton,

whether its competing as a member of one of the Universitys many clubs, or using

our excellent gym and other sport facilities.

Tuition fees

(BA Primary Education and PGCE students)

Full-time UK and EU students: the tuition fee in 2010/11 is 3,290 a year and will be

subject to a small rise in 2011/12. If you take out a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans

Company, you do not have to repay the loan until you have left university.

Full-time international (non-EU) students: the tuition fee in 2010/11 is 9,599 a year and

will be subject to a small rise in 2011/12.

Part-time UK and EU students: the tuition fee in 2010/11 is 288 per ten-credit module

but will be subject to a small rise in 2011/12.

Maintenance grants

Maintenance grants of up to 2,906* a year are available for full-time UK students.

Roehampton Scholarships and BursariesRoehampton offers some of the most generous scholarships and bursaries in the country.

For f ull details, see http://tinyurl.com/38ssswr or www.roehampton.ac.uk/undergraduate-

courses/nancialsupport/scholarshipsbursaries.html

Financial incentives for PGCE studentsPostgraduate trainees are eligible for a range of nancial incentives from the Training and

Development Agency for Schools (TDA). For full details, see the TDA website: www.tda.gov.uk

Student loansMaintenance loans from the Student Loans Company (SLC)

UK and EU students: you can receive support for living costs by taking out a maintenance

loan from the government via the SLC. This can be repaid, along with your tuition fee loan,

if you have one, after you graduate. For full details and how to apply, see the direct.gov.uk/

studentnance website.

Tuition fee loans from the Student Loans Company (SLC)

UK students: you are eligible to receive a loan from the government via the SLC to cover

your annual tuition fees. This can be repaid, along with your maintenance loan, if you have

one, after graduation.

EU students: you can take out a loan to cover your annual tuition fees from the Department

for Innovation, Universities and Skills (DIUS) via the EU Customer Services Team at Student

Finance Direct. See the direct.gov.uk/studentnance website for more details.

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For the most up-to-date fee information, please check our website: www.roehampton.ac.uk/admissions/nance/

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On-campus accommodation

The University has a variety of residences across its campus.

n Shared common rooms and kitchens provide space for socialising.

n All rooms have a sink: about half are en-suite with a shower and

toilet, and the other half have shared facilities.

n All utility bills, internet connection and personal contents

insurance are included in the accommodation fee.

n Quieter accommodation for mature students is available.

n Prices range from about 90 to about 115 a week.

For full information about the halls of residence, see the website:

www.roehampton.ac.uk/accommodation

Living off campus

Many students choose to live off campus in shared rented

accommodation. The University offers an online service called

Studentpad that will help you nd suitable properties and that

also provides other valuable information about living off campus:

www.studentpad.co.uk/roehampton

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We offer a range of services, advice and facilities

to help you make the most of your time at

Roehampton. If your university experience

presents any unforeseen challenges, we have a

strong support network in place to help you.

This includes Disability Services, an excel-

lent Library with Academic Liaison Librarians

dedicated to supporting your specic subject

needs, a Medical Centre, and PC suites that

are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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If you require an audio, Braille or

large-text version of this publication,

please call the Enquiries Ofce on

+44 (0)20 8392 3232. Please allow

a minimum of 10 days for delivery.

Roehampton University is committed tobeing an equal opportunities educationprovider and will therefore makereasonable adjustments for disabledapplicants and students.

ContactsFor advice and information about Roehampton, to request

copies of the Undergraduate or International prospectuses

and to nd out more about the programmes in this guide

contact:

Enquiries Ofce

Roehampton University

Roehampton Lane, London SW15 5PU

Tel: 020 8392 3232

Fax: 020 8392 3470

Email: [email protected]

www.roehampton.ac.uk

For advice and information about the teaching profession and

training to teach contact:

Training and Development Agency for Schools

Piccadilly Gate

Store Street

Manchester

M1 2WD

Tel: 0845 6000 991 (for English speakers)

www.tda.gov.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure thatthe information given in this publicationis accurate at the time of going to printand the University will use all reasonable

efforts to deliver the programmes asdescribed. However, the Universityreserves the right, without notice, towithdraw or change the programmes orprogramme combinations included in thisprospectus, to alter tuition fees, entryrequirements, and the f acilities orservices provided, and cannot accept

responsibility or liability for any errors,

omissions, cancellations or alterations.Please check the website for up-to-dateinformation.

This publication is printed on paper fromwell-managed sources using vegetable-based inks. Both the paper used in theproduction of this prospectus and themanufacturing process are FSC certied.

The printers are also accredited toISO14001, the internationally recognisedenvironmental standard.

Date of publication: August 2010

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One of the principal providers of teacher

education in the UK

Excellent career prospects: 96% of ourstudents in our most recent survey had

gained teaching employment soon after

graduating

Teacher education is based at the

Universitys Froebel College, which is

internationally renowned for work in

education and early childhood studies

The Universitys constituent Colleges

Digby Stuart, Froebel, Southlands and

Whitelands have been at the forefront

of teacher education for over 100 years

Top London university for the environment

on and around campus

Times Higher Education 2009 Student Experience Survey

One of the most diverse communities of

students of any university in the UK

A thriving local social scene based

around Putney, Richmond,

Hammersmith and Kingston

all this only 30 minutesfrom central London

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