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PGCE Physical Education at University of Southampton

University of Southampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop the knowledge and skills to become a qualified PE teacher on this PGCE Secondary training course in physical education. You’ll split your time between the University of Southampton and school placements as you learn how to work with pupils aged 11 to 16 (Key Stages 3 and 4). You’ll qualify to work as a teacher in state-maintained and special schools in England and Wales.

Faculty: Social Sciences  |  Department: Education  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

During our PGCE Secondary Physical Education course, you'll study 4 compulsory modules which are assessed at Masters-level and lead to the award of the PGCE. The course is full-time and your studies will begin in September and run until June. You'll have breaks over the Christmas and Easter holidays.

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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 10,050 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 29,900 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

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