PGCE Secondary English at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Train to teach secondary-level English and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Train to become a secondary English teacher and gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status. Prepare for a career in secondary teaching, with training that leads to a PGCE and recommendation for QTS.

What you will study

Develop the knowledge, skills and classroom experience to teach secondary English. Our PGCE Secondary English course prepares you to teach English across the 11-16 or 11-18 age range.

Career pathways

Career opportunities Completing a PGCE is one route to becoming a qualified teacher. This course is suited to graduates who want to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:2 honours degree in English Literature, English Language, Linguistics or a joint honours degree with at least 50% of these subjects. Applicants who do not have a substantial amount (50% minimum) of English / English Literature in their degree may be eligible for a Programme Preparation Portfolio course provided they have an A-level in either English Language or English Literature at grade B or above. Experience: We recommend that you spend at least two days observing secondary school or sixth form teaching prior to attending an interview. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing, no sub-section below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,900 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.find-postgraduate-teacher-training.service.gov.uk/course/M20/Q3X1

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