PGCE Secondary History at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Year of entry: 2027. Train to become a secondary History 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 History. Our PGCE Secondary History course prepares you to teach History 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) and teach History in secondary schools.

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Application information

Entry requirements

- Minimum 2:1 honours degree in history or a related subject such as Ancient History, Classics, Law, Politics, Archaeology. 104 UCAS points including a B in history or a related subject at A-level (or equivalent). Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics. 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. Interview: Your application will be assessed by our admissions team and if successful, we will invite you to an online interview.

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/M20/347H

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