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Secondary Provider Led, School Based with Qualified Teacher Status PGCE

UK

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What will I learn?

Course description

  • Put your career plans on a firm footing – with a PGCE, recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status and 60 credits at masters level
  • Spend most of the year on placement, learning what it takes to become a great teacher
  • Benefit from our strong network of partnership schools so that you gain varied, challenging and effective practical experience
  • Develop your subject specialism and your understanding of teaching children from wide-ranging backgrounds
  • Be inspired by our team of dedicated, friendly tutors who are renowned internationally for high quality teaching and research
  • If you're interested in developing your skills in SEND, choose our optional Special Educational Needs and Disability pathway.

School Direct courses have high levels of employment and student satisfaction. You will be recruited as a trainee and based mainly in one of our partner Teaching School Alliances, so you will become a valuable part of a school team from the start. With intensive support in the classroom and the guidance of University experts, you will be fully prepared for the practical demands of secondary teaching in your chosen subject specialism.

There are few professions as important and satisfying as teaching. Successful completion of this course gives you the ideal springboard into a worthwhile career: a PGCE, recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status, 60 credits at masters level and substantial practical experience. The School Direct route is a popular choice for students who would like to secure a role in the network of schools where they train and we pride ourselves on producing highly employable graduates.

In a profession with lots of opportunities for career progression, we also give you a stepping stone towards a masters degree. With your 60 credits at masters level, you can ‘fast track’ to stage two of a masters degree and accelerate your professional development. Our acclaimed MA Education is an excellent option, especially if you have your sights set on more senior roles such as deputy/head of department, deputy/head of year, or senior leadership.

Which department am I in?

Institute of Education

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
Please refer university website for fees

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Kedleston Road Campus

Kedleston Road,

Derby,

DE22 1GB, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Students will need an undergraduate honours degree (preferably 2:1) or equivalent, plus GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths. You must be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of subject knowledge in your chosen subject curriculum specialism. If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and TOEFL: 83 (with minimum levels of 18 reading, 19 listening, 23 writing and 19 speaking).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Derby

Students who choose the University of Derby receive an outstanding education delivered by expert academics, and a fantastic student experience.

  • Top 50 UK University (Guardian University Guide 2023)
  • Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality
  • Top 20 in the UK for overall student satisfaction (CUG 2024)
  • Best University Housing UK & Ireland

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