PGCE 2014 Applications (NOT FOR SPECIFIC INTERVIEW TASK DISCUSSIONS)

Hey

Not sure if this is the appropriate thread but....

I was thinking of applying for both the PGCE and SCITT this November, but I only have a degree class of 2:2. I've passed the literacy and numeracy skills test and have about 10 weeks school experience. I am just worried that no teacher training provider will even offer me an interview based on my degree class as most teacher training providers require a 2:1 or more. Would I still stand a chance of getting into a secondary science course? or will the 2:2 hold me back?

Thank you in advance

Secondary science is currently a shortage subject that often fails to attract enough applicants. Your application is more likely to be considered because of this. If your specialism is Physics or Chemistry then even more so.

Are you sure most require a 2.1? the majority of places I looked when deciding where to apply wanted a 2.2 or above.

Also be prepared to explain what other skills and evidence you've got instead. My uni says 2:1 was the standard offer, 2:2 was considered but you had to show something else in terms of experience or personal maturity instead. How would you answer them if they asked at interview about how you will deal with masters level study/what you have done to show them you can handle it?

Also on the above note it would be beneficial to get as much experience as you can before November, if possible in a range of relevant contexts.

Xxx

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Thank you for the reply My degree is in biology, so I hope that will work in my favour. I'm still undecided whether to go through the PGCE route or the SCITT route though.

Anyone going to do a PGCE at London Met??

Yes, Citizenship what will you be studying?

Any1 else in the same boat as me?I'm on my last leg on numeracy skills test.Passed Eng first time unfortunately failed maths twice and currently book the final for May.I wondered if there is a deadline for passing them?I've contacted my Uni but recourse its Easter and have heard nothing yet.Can any1 share their uni specifications on this if any.All We were told is pass them asap-not sure what how soon.

You should look at Numeracy Ready online. This was a brilliant tool to help me build confidence and speed. I passed mine yesterday.

Re deadline. My university wanted them passed before the 1st June. However others I applied to wanted them before September so you'd obviously have longer to prepare.... Maybe as it's your last chance, don't rush into doing it unnecessarily, that will also add further unnecessary pressure when all you should be thinking about at the questions and how to answer them...
Good luck!

Thanks Jo..I've signed up for numeracy ready as suggested.How I didn't know about this site b4 , I have no idea but atleast i have access now.Here is to hoping that I will be shouting on roof tops next time.Thanks Jo.x

It's definitely a site I'd recommend. Just keep practicing on those and you will do great, good luck :-)

Is anybody else scared about how much their life is going to change in September? I am currently temping at the moment and have a lot of free time so am worrying how ill cope with the challenge of a PGCE


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Is anybody else scared about how much their life is going to change in September? I am currently temping at the moment and have a lot of free time so am worrying how ill cope with the challenge of a PGCE


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Yes... I work part-time right now and my life is stress free... really not sure how I'll cope with the workload, pressure and amount of information that's going to be thrown at me on the PGCE course... I'm happy with my life at the moment to be honest, but I know it's not going to allow me to reach my full potential by just staying doing this :/

Ah cool! What course are you doing? I finished 2012, worked down in London last year. Yeah chester was first choice. Manchester and Man Met as 2nd and 3rd, got rejected by them pretty quick so really happy about chester.

Im going to chester to do primary have you guys had anything from the uni apart from the date you have to sign the health declaration form? Im so impatient, my cousins going to MMU and hes had loads of course info and a reading list! x