Mathematics is an exciting secondary school curriculum subject, covering topics such as number, algebra, shape and data. Additionally, the new examinations require Mathematics teachers to be skilled at teaching deciphering text (worded questions) and promoting mathematical mastery and fluency. As a trainee you will learn how to teach Mathematics to pupils in the 11–16 age range within the secondary age phase, with additional primary and post-16 enhancements. You will learn how to develop skills, knowledge and understanding for teaching Mathematics through a combination of university-led and school-led training.Our Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary Education provides a high standard of training for those preparing to take up a teaching post in the secondary school sector. The course complies with the statutory guidance from the Department for Education for Initial Teacher Training courses.The PGCE in Secondary Education is specifically designed to ensure that those who are successful will be recommended for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – the professional award required by all those who wish to teach in a maintained school.Full-time (1 year)
Which department am I in?
School of Education
Study options
Online/Distance with attendance
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£17,600.00 (US$ 22,729)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
Expected August 2027
Venue
Walsall
Gorway Road,
Walsall,
West Midlands,
WS1 3EZ, Central England, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
To hold a first degree of a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification.
For example Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of science (BSc) etc. or similar . They are sometimes known as 'undergraduate' or 'first' degrees.
To have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 (previously Grade C) in the GCSE examinations in English and Mathematics.
To have taken part in a rigorous selection process designed to assess your readiness to train to teach, which will include as a minimum both an interview and audit of your subject knowledge.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.