PGCE English with SEND at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Our PGCE English with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) pathway is an exciting opportunity to gain a SEND specialisation to your PGCE English qualification. This course is for PGCE English trainees with a passion for special needs teaching. Alongside the core PGCE English content, our SEND training course will help you learn how to craft engaging session for children with SENDs.

Faculty: Social Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2026 | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Designed as a full-time programme from September through to July, this English with SEND PGCE course includes breaks at Christmas and Easter. You’ll spend time both at the University and in 2 distinct placement schools. From late September, you’ll begin your main placement, working under the guidance of an experienced mentor who will support your growth.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:2 degree. . You'll need to cover the cost of the tests yourself. Secondary school classroom experience may strengthen your application. IELTS 7.0 overall with at least 6.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,535 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the October 2026 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 26,200 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the October 2026 entry course page Source

Intake: October 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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