BSc (Hons) Design and Technology Secondary Education with QTS*

Summary 2012/13

• Benefit from expert tutors and take advantage of excellent learning opportunities;
• Attend on a full-time or part-time basis;
• Discover how to teach one of the most dynamic and innovative secondary subjects in ways that enthuse and inspire pupils;
• Become part of a lively and friendly community and work in purpose-built facilities;
• Work towards the Design and Technology Association (DATA) minimum competencies for Newly Qualified Teachers;
• Take the opportunity to achieve nationally recognised health and safety certification.

"Edge Hill University provides its trainees, regardless of their chosen age range, with outstanding training": Grade 1 'outstanding' judgements made in all 33 inspection cells - Ofsted Initial Teacher Education inspection report, 12/5/2011.

* Successful completion of the programme leads to recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.

This programme combines the very best teaching experience in schools with practical design-and-make activities in well equipped workshops, studios and technology laboratories.

2012 Entry Requirements

• 3 years: 260 UCAS tariff points overall, to include 80 points (grade C) in Design & Technology or a related subject, plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language at grade C or equivalent.
• 2 years: Relevant HND/HNC or Part1 (120 credits) of a degree programme, plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language at grade C or equivalent.
• 4 years part-time: Please enquire.

Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 numeracy and literacy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE grade C in mathematics or English.

If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Education's standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children. Further information, including a Declaration of Health questionnaire and details of how to apply for a Criminal Records Bureau Enhanced Disclosure will be sent to you after you have firmly accepted an offer.

Details

Who is this course for?

The course is for all those who want to teach design and technology, including systems and control, resistant materials, textiles, technology and food technology.

What will I gain from this programme?

On completion of this programme you will have recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status allowing you to teach in a secondary school. You will also have practical experience in school and other settings, have built your confidence, and obtained a set of skills that will allow you to excel as a teacher.

What will I study?

You will learn a range of teaching skills such as classroom management and health and safety alongside studying applications such as CAD/CAM, systems and control and resistant materials.

By the end of the programme, you will be able to teach resistant materials, systems and control, product design, textile technology and food technology.

How will I study?

Learning takes place in both the University and in schools. A large part of the programme takes place in well equipped workshops, studios and technology facilities on campus. In the schools you will gradually develop your teaching abilities from observer to teacher.

Placement

You'll spend over 120 days on placement in schools where you put your training into practice. During this time you will assist in running classes, working alongside mentors and other colleagues to further your professional development. Your teaching timetable will increase as your training progresses and as you become more confident in the classroom.

You will work with pupils from various areas, backgrounds and abilities. This will provide experience in areas such as classroom management and the ability to teach individuals and groups at a range of levels.

Who will be teaching me?

You will be taught by a range of highly qualified and experienced tutors who are committed to supporting you throughout the programme and providing you with the opportunities to succeed. Tutors are enthusiastic about their subjects and will model good practice. This will enable you to develop your own teaching skill and style.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed in a number of ways. This includes work based on your classroom experience where you will demonstrate how to plan effectively, undertake assessment, and to develop your subject knowledge. You will also carry out other assessments and assignments such as verbal presentations, posters, essays and practical notebooks. Some of this work is designed to demonstrate your competence in ICT.

What are my career prospects?

Our graduates work in schools across the UK. There is currently a shortage of Design and Technology teachers so there are great career opportunities in this field. We offer excellent support to help you gain a first post as a newly qualified teacher and Edge Hill University has a proven track record for trainees securing teaching posts.

Before you complete your degree you will need to pass the QTS Skills Test (Numeracy, Literacy and ICT) and complete a Career Entry and Development Profile (CEDP) so you can move onto your induction year as a teacher. These are both useful as they provide a bridge between your Initial Teacher Training programme and your Induction Year as a Newly Qualified Teacher.

Further study at Edge Hill University

Ongoing professional development is essential if you are to progress in your career and gain the skills you need to be a teacher who excels in the classroom. The Faculty of Education offers a comprehensive Professional Development programme from specific professional modules such as Positive Approaches to Managing Pupil Behaviour to a range of Postgraduate and Masters programmes.

During your ITT programme, we will carefully prepare you for your NQT year by helping to identify your continuing training needs. Edge Hill's Professional Development team will continue to support you through your NQT year and be available throughout your teaching career.

A Great Study Environment

Based in 160 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the Ormskirk Campus is a unique and inspirational place to study. Industry standard resources and cutting edge technology combine to make an interactive and highly advanced teaching and learning environment. Everything you could want is on one site with 25 acres of sport and leisure facilities, more than 1,000 rooms in halls of residence and fantastic modern spaces in which you can study and socialise.

The University library gives you access to thousands of books, journals, online resources and extensive PC and media provision. You'll get all the support you need to succeed, reflected in Edge Hill University being ranked in the top two in England for students' personal development, and the top three in the country for assessment and feedback, in the 2011 National Student Survey. The University is also featured in the top four in England for graduate employment.

How do I apply?

Apply online through UCAS for the full-time programme. For part-time study apply directly to Edge Hill.

See our How to Apply pages for more information on the application process and our Admissions criteria.

Interview

Before you gain a place on this programme, you will be invited for an interview, so we can find out what you already know about teaching and whether teaching is for you. If you can spend some time in a Design and Technology department and look at the syllabuses for GCSE and AS/A2 Levels. You will be asked to show your show some knowledge of current issues in education, Design and Technology teaching and the National Curriculum content. We want you to be able to talk about your own subject knowledge: strengths and areas for development.

Fees and Finance

Full-Time Study

For academic year 2012/13, Edge Hill University will charge £9,000 for full-time BA, BSc and LLB degrees. Eligible full-time students will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over £21,000.

Eligible full-time students can also apply for a maintenance grant, subject to household income, and a non-means-tested loan to help with living costs.

Edge Hill University offers a range of scholarships for prospective full-time students. These include £2,000 Entrance Scholarships rewarding determination, commitment and achievement in creative arts, performing arts, sport and volunteering. Eligible entrants with outstanding grades are recognised through the £1,000 High Achievers Scholarship.

For more information on scholarships, including eligibility criteria for each award, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/scholarships.

To find out more about fees, grants and loans for full-time students in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfees2012.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only. International students should check the fees and finance information at www.edgehill.ac.uk/internationalfees2012.

Part-Time Study

Tuition fees for part-time study on this degree are £75 per credit for academic year 2012/13. A total of 360 credits are required to complete an undergraduate degree. Eligible part-time students will not have to pay upfront for their tuition. The cost of tuition will be paid by a loan which you will only start to repay once you have finished the course and are earning over £21,000 a year.

For more information on the financial support available for part-time undergraduate degree students in academic year 2012/13, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/undergradfees2012pt.

Please note, the above information is for UK and eligible EU students only.

Not got the entry requirements?

If you do not have the relevant GCSEs required, Edge Hill University offers GCSE equivalency tests in English, Mathematics and Science.

25% of the students at Edge Hill University are people returning to study to enhance their career prospects or pursue a personal interest. We provide a Fastrack scheme to help you prepare for an initial teacher training degree. Once you are studying, we can provide ongoing help through personal tutors and responsive student support systems.

If you would like pre-entry advice and guidance about your qualifications, please complete the advice and guidance online enquiry form.

Where can I find out more?

If you would like to receive a copy of our prospectus or be kept updated about forthcoming events, contact the Course Information, Advice and Guidance Team by emailing study@edgehill.ac.uk or calling 01695 657000.

If you want to attend one of our open events held throughout the year, visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/opendays to book your place.

You will also find Edge Hill University staff at many national careers fairs and UCAS events.

Still want more?

If you have any questions you would like to ask the programme leader about this course, please contact:

• David Wooff, Faculty of Education, Edge Hill University, St Helens Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 4QP
• Tel: 01695 657183
• Email: wooffd@edgehill.ac.uk

Overseas students should visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/international or email international@edgehill.ac.uk for further information.