PGCE English

ABOUT

Our one-year, full-time Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Secondary English programme will equip you with the skills, experience and knowledge you need to teach English to pupils aged 11 to 16, with Sixth Form enhancement. This gives you the opportunity to develop post-16 teaching skills if this is something you are interested in.

Upon successful completion of your PGCE, you will graduate with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and 90 Master’s credits. QTS will qualify you to teach children up to 18 years old.

Our PGCE Master’s programme closely interweaves school (minimum 120 days) and university-based training to provide a solid foundation for the rest of your career. As well as providing a structured introduction to the core body of knowledge, skills and behaviours that define great teaching, our course will provide you with the opportunity to research and evaluate the latest research in teaching practice, helping you understand the optimum ways pupils learn.

AFTER THE COURSE

Alongside your PGCE, you will gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and 90 Master’s credits.

You will be supported by your tutor in making an informed choice regarding your first teaching position, as well as throughout the application and interview process.

The support will continue beyond your training year, as we work closely with schools and Early Career Teacher (ECT) induction bodies to provide support in case it is needed.

Within a few years of joining the profession, you could find yourself being promoted into a role with leadership and/or pastoral responsibilities.

CAREER DESTINATIONS

Teacher

Head of Department/ Head of Year

Deputy headteacher

Headteacher

Tutor

UK and overseas teaching opportunities