PGCE Secondary History at Bath Spa University

Programme overview

Skilled teachers make a difference to the lives of those they teach. This teacher training course is designed to enable you to become a qualified, passionate teacher of History in Secondary schools. We encourage you to embrace the professional qualities and attributes that successful teachers need, including: With our support, you’ll become an empathetic and skilled teaching professional who is responsive to the needs of all pupils.

Faculty: School of Education and Humanities | Duration: One year full time. | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bath, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Positive Classroom Environments, How Pupils Learn, Adaptive Teaching, Inspiring Learning.

Career pathways

As a graduate of our PGCE with a recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), you can begin your teaching career right away. During the course, we offer support with applications and interviews so that you can give your teaching career the best possible start.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In order to apply you'll need to have completed, or be in the final year of a UK degree (or equivalent qualification). You're required to have a good honours degree or above in History or a related subject with at least 50% suitable history content. You'll also need GCSE passes at grade 4/C or above or recognised equivalents in English and Maths. Before enrolment: Enhanced DBS check, Children's Barred List check, Prohibition from Teaching check and Fitness to Train to Teach questionnaire. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed online, including a short teaching exercise and a discussion of educational issues.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee, UK full time Source

International applicants: GBP 17,310 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee, International full time Source

Duration: One year full time.

Apply through the official page: https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training

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