Religious Education in UK schools is a rich and varied subject which allows pupils to consider big questions through philosophical, theological and sociological lenses. You will play a vital part in enriching young peoples’ religious literacy and enabling their personal and spiritual development, and you will shape their ability to use philosophical reasoning to justify their own views. Every year we welcome a diverse cohort of PGCE students from all faith backgrounds and those with no faith. You will be encouraged to consider the place of Religious Education within the wider curriculum and the importance of this vibrant subject and will have the freedom and support to develop your own approach to the subject and you own unique teaching style. You will benefit from an experienced subject specialist tutor and highly skilled mentors in our partnership schools where Religious Education is highly valued and well taught.On successful completion of this degree and having met the Teachers’ Standards, you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). All our PGCE Secondary courses lead to the award of a level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education.
Which department am I in?
Teaching Education
Study options
Full Time
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£15,000.00 (16,34,343)
per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved
Start date
September 2027
Venue
Main Campus (Horsforth)
Brownberrie Lane Horsforth,
Leeds,
West Yorkshire,
LS18 5HD, Northern England, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
A good honours degree (usually a 2:2 or above) with a significant proportion in Religious Education. Please note that applicants with third-class honours degrees will be considered on an individual basis, and normally only if applicants have additional qualifications and/or significant relevant professional experience. GCSE Grade 4 (or C or accepted equivalent) in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. If you do not already have the appropriate GCSEs, or if you are unable to provide proof of your grades, please refer to the GCSE Equivalency information below. The ability to read effectively and communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written standard English. Suitable personal and intellectual qualities required for teaching in secondary schools. Applicants also need to demonstrate the commitment, attitudes and values appropriate to those of a secondary teacher and the potential to train as a teacher. Strong applicants often have experience in secondary schools, but this is not a requirement.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.