PGCE School Direct Secondary Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE

Become a confident, qualified teacher through this immersive, school-based teaching course. This School-Based course places you in a school from day one, giving you the practical skills, competence, and professional knowledge to thrive as a qualified teacher.

You'll spend the majority of your training in a school setting, supported by experienced mentors and University tutors, whilst attending at least 13 days of university-led sessions and a structured professional development programme. A second placement will ensure you gain experience in a different educational environment, preparing you to teach across diverse settings.

What you’ll learn
• Develop evidence-based teaching practice underpinned by research and strong subject knowledge.



• Foster reflective, critically informed practice that positively impacts pupil learning.



• Apply creativity and innovation to engage and inspire all learners.



• Build confidence and inclusive learning communities that value diversity and culture.



• Cultivate professional resilience, collaboration, and high standards that align with statutory frameworks.



On this course, you'll develop as a reflective, innovative, and adaptable educator with the skills to inspire pupils as you meet the teachers’ standards. You may also opt to complete a PGCE alongside QTS, earning master’s-level credits and expanding your theoretical understanding of education.

Upon successful completion, you'll be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), fully equipped to begin your career as an Early Career Teacher and ready to progress into leadership or specialist roles.