Secondary (Physical Education).

The Secondary Physical Education course at Reading:

• is taught by staff with national and international reputations as being experts in the field of Physical Education; these staff are supported by expert practitioners from local schools
• is grounded in evidence based principles of teaching and learning and is taught through a series of practical sessions, interactive seminars and workshops;
• is taught in excellent facilities (including sports hall, gymnasium) with extensive resources and equipment;
• examines a range of pedagogical approaches to PE teaching, including workshop leading and informal approaches to learning.

Those taking the PGCE will spend more time in the University than those taking the QTS-only course. The PGCE will involve writing assignments that are designed to help you to plan your teaching effectively and imaginatively and to evaluate your skills. Successful completion will result in 60 Masters-level credits.