PGCE English (QTS) at Middlesex University

Entry requirements

For this course, ideally, we are looking for these qualifications: A 2:2 honours degree or above in a subject relevant to English or English Literature. GCSEs in English and Maths with Grade 4/C or above. Graduate-level professional qualifications. An A Level (or equivalent) in English or a English-related subject is preferred. This would be a requirement if your degree subject is less closely related. If this is not the case, you’ll need to prove your subject knowledge in some other way. You may be asked to complete Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) training prior to starting the course. The following requirements are set out in the Initial Teacher Training Criteria document. You must have: GCSE grade C / grade 4 or above in English and mathematics or be retaking them this year. We also accept the equivalency tests by Equivalency Testing, A Star Teachers or any other appropriately accredited provider. We cannot accept functional skills or key skills or IELTS. Been subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure check and/or any other appropriate background check. To strengthen applications, it is recommended that you have obtained, or have set up to obtain, recent and relevant experience within state secondary school settings in England. Safer recruitment. We are committed to keeping children and young people safe from harm. Our recruitment processes adhere to the principles of safer recruitment; we implement robust and safe recruitment practices which supp