PGCE Secondary (with iQTS) at University of Warwick

Programme overview

A one-year, 90-credit postgraduate teacher training course with International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS) for people teaching outside mainland England, delivered through blended online and school-based learning. It prepares trainees to teach the secondary (11-18) age phase and is offered in subjects including Art and Design, Biology, Business and Economics, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Humanities, Mathematics, Modern Languages, Music, Physical Education and Physics.

Department: Centre for Teacher Education (CTE) | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: August 2026 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Trainees complete a self-sourced 120-day placement in an international school, four Intensive Training and Practice (ITaP) opportunities and master's level assignments, and are assessed against the International Teachers' Standards. The course prepares for Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Post-16 teaching. There are no optional modules.

Career pathways

Graduates gain 90 master's level credits that fast-track them to stage two of the Centre for Teacher Education's master's degree, and are recommended for QTS.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Approved bachelor's degree with honours at 2:2 or above (or equivalent). At least grade C or 4 in GCSE Maths. A self-sourced 120-day placement in an international school confirmed by the school. Original or attested copies of all qualifications are required. Applicants who have ever lived or worked in the UK must obtain an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) on a conditional offer. English language: IELTS overall 6.5 with no component below 6.0 (Band A). One academic reference is typically requested. Formal Stage 2 applications planned to close July 2026.

Intake: August 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time

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