PGCE (Primary with Modern Languages), Goldsmiths, University of London

PGCE (Primary with Modern Languages)

This programme enables you to teach across the curriculum in two consecutive age phases in primary schools, with French, German or Spanish as a specialist subject. You gain the confidence and competence to teach a modern language throughout the primary age range.

"As well as being one of the hardest things I have ever done, it has also been one of the most life expanding and rewarding. It is amazing to look back now to the beginning of the course and see how far I have come in terms of my teaching knowledge and skills, and most importantly in terms of my own confidence in standing in front of a class of up to 30 children to teach them about the world."

Chloë, PGCE (Primary with Modern Languages)

GTTR Codes:
XRCC (French);
XRFC (German);
XRKC (Spanish)

Entrance requirements:
See general entrance requirements.

Fitness to train:
See Fitness to train: criminal convictions.

Applying:

How to apply

Financial Support:
Please see further information on fees and costs.

Contact the Department:
Contact the Department of Educational Studies +44 (0)20 7919 7324.

About the department:
Educational Studies

Application enquiries:
UK and EU students admissions or call +44 (0)20 7919 7050. International (non-EU) students or call +44 (0)20 7919 7702.

As part of the specialist module, some students spend a month teaching in a primary school in France, Germany or Spain. You follow a taught course combining three strands to help you develop knowledge, skills and understanding in teaching and learning modern foreign languages at primary level, cultural awareness and linguistic skills. You focus on 7-11 year-olds.

What you study

You follow the same programme as other PGCE (Primary) students, but also take these Modern Languages elements as part of curriculum studies:

theories of second language learning and some aspects of bilingualism
pedagogical approaches to modern language learning
impact of parents, teachers and socio-cultural context on language learning
critical and analytical approach to teaching strategies and resources
curriculum design for primary modern language teaching (QCA guidelines for KS2, linguistic progression, differentiation, assessment)
planning of modern languages in conjunction with other curricular areas (cross-curricular links with literacy, numeracy, citizenship, ICT and so on)
planning the implementation of Modern Languages into primary school and the transition from primary to secondary education
a linguistic component to support the development of your own language skills
a cultural component (awareness and understanding)
school experience in England. As part of your school placement, you teach French, German or Spanish alongside all other curriculum areas

Register your interest

If you register your interest in this programme we will keep you informed about open days and send you relevant further information.