University of Reading
PGCE Primary Education PGCE
University of Reading

Key Course Facts

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22820 £18460 £20799
25-75 percentile range £17528 - £26934 £13130 - £23882 £14555 - £27277
Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) by UK Department for Education Dec 20, 2022
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Course Description

Our PGCE Primary course trains you to teach children aged 5 to 11. If you wish to specialise in a particular subject, area or phase, you can apply to one of our three specialist PGCE Primary pathways: Early Years (ages 3–7); Special Educational Needs; or Mathematics. The course leads to 60 master’s credits and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

You'll gain the experience, opportunity and knowledge to work in Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 in infant, junior and primary schools, as well as early years settings. Experience inspirational teaching, individual support and high-quality phonics preparation as you develop teaching skills and techniques, and acquire curriculum knowledge. Study modules addressing the whole primary curriculum, as well as professional studies, with the option to complete master's-level modules in special educational needs and leadership.

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Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Oct 10, 2023
This particular course

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 5.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Arts and Humanities/Economic and Social Science Subjects
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees Science/Life Science Subjects
    • 7.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees Arts and Humanities/Economic and Social Science Subjects
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Science/Life Science Subjects
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study PGCE Primary Education, PGCE, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

You are normally required to have at least a 2:2 honours degree, or equivalent from a university outside the UK.

You will need to have achieved Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject, or equivalent qualifications.

As part of the application process for this programme, you will be required to attend an interview.

You will also need to demonstrate competence in Fundamental English and mathematics by the end of the course. This is a new DfE requirement which replaces the QTS skills tests in literacy and numeracy.

If you accept an offer with us you will also be required to successfully complete Occupational Health and Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced Disclosure checks.

Costs

Tuition Fees PGCE Primary Education PGCE

Ireland £9250
EU £21350
England UK £9250
Northern Ireland £9250
Scotland £9250
Wales £9250
Channel Islands £9250
International £21350
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of University of Reading in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Reading in related subject specific rankings.

Education

    • #7 
    • #9 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #10 
    • #15 
    Education
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #20 
    • #151 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 19 October, 2023]
    • #21 
    • #228 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #301 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 27 October, 2023]

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About University of Reading

The University of Reading is a publicly funded university in Reading, Berkshire, England. Reading has four major campuses; London Road and Whiteknights campus which are located in Reading itself, with Greenlands campus being found on the banks of the River Thames. The fourth campus is known as Iskandar Puteri, in Malaysia.

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Student composition of University of Reading

Total number of students enrolled at University of Reading by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
11905
postgraduates:
3995
Total:
15900
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Primary Education”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

London Road Campus
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