PGCE Secondary Mathematics at Leeds Trinity University

Programme overview

“The 21st century is not looking for humans who serve as calculating machines, but instead it seeks problem-solvers and innovative thinkers. Google, Adobe, Apple and NASA need people who not only know standard procedures of mathematics but can also think with agility, flexibility and innovation.” - James Tanton (2018) Mathematician and Maths educator. The Leeds Trinity PGCE course aims to develop excellent future maths teachers through a rigorous, school-centred, professional training approach.

Faculty: School of Education and Childhood | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: core modules include Stage One - Introduction to Teaching, Stage Two – Developing your Knowledge, Understanding and Practice, Stage Three - Embedding your Skills and Preparing you for your New Career.

Career pathways

It may be possible to gain experience of teaching post-16 during your PGCE and the qualification does not preclude you from teaching post-16 once employed.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (usually a 2:2 or above) with a significant proportion in Mathematics. Please note that applicants with third-class honours degrees will be considered on an individual basis, and normally only if applicants have additional qualifications and/or significant relevant professional experience. GCSE Grade 4 (or C or accepted equivalent) in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. If you do not already have the appropriate GCSEs, or if you are unable to provide proof of your grades, please refer to the GCSE Equivalency information below. The ability to read effectively and communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written standard English. Suitable personal and intellectual qualities required for teaching in secondary schools. Applicants also need to demonstrate the commitment, attitudes and values appropriate to those of a secondary teacher and the potential to train as a teacher. Strong applicants often have experience in secondary schools, but this is not a requirement.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,535 a year (2026/27). PGCE UK home tuition fee; alumni discounts not available. Source

International applicants: GBP 15,000 a year (2026/27). PGCE international tuition fee. Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time

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

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