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PGCE Secondary English with QTS (11-16) at Edge Hill University

Edge Hill University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Ready to change the way young people understand and use English? Want to develop their literary appreciation in an engaging way? Eager to grow your subject expertise?

Faculty: Education  |  Department: Secondary and Further Education  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Ormskirk, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

At the start of your course you will undertake an audit of your subject knowledge. This way you can identify your areas of strength and those you need to develop. We’ll help you understand how to incorporate lively, interactive techniques into your lessons to boost your students’ confidence and self-esteem. Compulsory modules include Evidence-Informed Practice (Secondary English); ITE Curriculum and Practice (Secondary); Principles of Learning and Curriculum Design (Secondary English).

Career pathways

This PGCE is accredited by the Department for Education. Successful completion of the programme will enable you to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Example offer: 2:2 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. To join this PGCE, you will be expected to have: A degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honours (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject. Other subjects may be considered if you have an A Level in a relevant subject (or equivalent qualification) and a willingness to engage in a subject knowledge enhancement GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification) Satisfactory levels of information and communications technology competence A commitment to, and understanding of, secondary education, demonstrating the personal attributes, values and motivation required to train as a teacher. Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. An interview forms part of the selection process, which can be conducted online or face to face.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK Full-Time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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