Secondary PGCE
At the University of Nottingham we will support you to bring your passion for your subject to life in the classroom. We will help you develop a deep understanding of what it means to be an effective teacher of your subject so that you can make a difference to the diverse communities you will be joining.
Your intellectual curiosity will be nurtured through engagement with research and theories of learning, enabling the development of your own professional identity that will serve to sustain your long and successful career in the teaching profession. You will join a diverse and vibrant learning community working together to create sustainable and socially just societies.
Overview
- Qualified to teach Key Stages 3 to 5 (11-18 years) in your chosen subject
- Rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in 2022
- PGCE qualification (60 masters-level credits) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Working across school and university settings from the first full teaching week
- Two main placements
- Opportunity to participate in a placement in an alternative education setting
- Immersive practice days focussing on key aspects of teaching
- Excellent support from academic tutors and school-based mentors
- Benefit of a large and strong schools partnership
- Access to a wide range of enrichment activities
- 60 PGCE credits can be used towards an MA Education and 30 credits can be used towards other masters courses
- A commitment to equality and diversity
Secondary subjects offered
Information events
We hold monthly events from October through to July to give you the opportunity to find out more about starting your teaching career with the University of Nottingham. Join us to chat with our team to find out more about our courses and ask any questions you have about training to become a teacher.
Secondary PGCE course information, entry requirements, fees/funding and how to apply