What Makes This Course So Special?
These courses are unique in Wales; the degree combinations are in subjects designated by the Welsh Government as priority subjects and, in offering training in two subjects, employment prospects are excellent. You can gain a degree and achieve Qualified Teacher Status in just two years and gain a qualification that is recognised worldwide.
This innovative programme attracts people from a variety of backgrounds and professions who are looking for the career satisfaction of using their skills to engage and develop young people.
The University works closely with Secondary schools to provide an exciting course which is high on challenge but equally high on support. If it's secondary school teaching you want, try us first!
Course Intro
Have you always wanted to teach but don’t have a degree? Are you enthusiastic about mathematics, science or ICT and want to share your enthusiasm with others? With a shortage of secondary school teachers in Mathematics and Science, people from all backgrounds are being actively encouraged to enter teaching.
Be fully qualified to teach in two years.
You can choose from the following pathways:
• Mathematics with ICT
• Mathematics with Science
• Science with Mathematics
• Science with ICT
The degree is unique in Wales and is extremely popular with those seeking a career change or new opportunity, those wishing to build upon existing higher education credits and those with overseas qualifications.
Schools need enthusiastic teachers who have a subject specialism but who can also teach in other disciplines. We have an established reputation for the quality of our secondary teacher training and this has been recognised in the last Estyn inspection where the top rating was awarded for support and guidance.
What you study
This course is an integrated university and secondary school-based programme with a focus on development of subject knowledge and the practical skills required to become an effective and innovative teacher.
The programme offers you:
• A relevant vocational degree that is embedded in classroom practice
• Small student teacher groups, regular tutorials and a high level of pastoral care
• Strong collaborative partnerships between the University and local secondary schools
• Delivery by a programme team who have a breadth of experience of working with student teachers in a range of contexts and settings
• Access to excellent facilities
At university you will undertake (i) degree level study in your specialist subjects and (ii) teaching studies to introduce you to a range of current educational issues.
The school-based element involves block practices where you work with school mentors and university tutors to develop your teaching skills. If you are fluent in Welsh you may undertake school experience in a Welsh-medium school.
In Wales, you do not have to take the National Skills tests to be recommended for the award of QTS.
A programme specification is available for BSc Secondary Maths with ICT with QTS
A programme specification is available for BSc Secondary Maths with Science with QTS
A programme specification is available for BSc Secondary Science with Maths with QTS
Where Next?
The shortage of teachers of mathematics, science and ICT in secondary schools ensures that graduates from this course can expect rapid career progression. On qualification, you may apply for teaching posts, both within and outside Wales.
Interview Required
Yes. Tutors will be looking for a commitment to teaching and the personal and academic qualities needed for secondary teaching.
Assessment
Assessment includes written coursework tasks, seminar presentations, projects and examinations. Practical teaching will be assessed each year in relation to the Professional Standards for the award of Qualified Teacher Status.
Student Soundbite
“All I have ever wanted to do is teach but I didn’t know the best route into teaching. Then I came to Newport and found out about this two year teaching degree. It’s worked out perfectly as I was able to use my previous higher education credits and didn’t have to go back to start a degree all over again.”