PGCE (Further Education & Training Teaching) Technology

Purpose

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education is a professional teaching programme that `caps’ an undergraduate degree or an approved diploma. It offers entry-level initial professional preparation for qualifying undergraduate degree or diploma holders who wish to develop focused knowledge and skills as classroom teachers in a chosen phase(s) and/or subject(s). The qualification requires a specific depth and specialisation of knowledge, together with practical skills and workplace experience, to enable successful students to apply their learning as beginner teachers in schools in varying contexts.

Admission Requirements

A first degree on NQF level 7 with a minimum of 360 credits, and two school related subjects, one on 3rd year level and one on 1st year level

OR

An approved National Diploma on level 6 with a minimum of 360 credits from an accredited higher institution, and two school related subjects, one on 2nd year level and one on 3rd year level.

The National N Diploma cannot be considered for admission to the PGCE.

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