PGCE Secondary (School Direct) with Qualified Teacher Status

You’re on the threshold of making one of the most exciting decisions of your life – to teach! Offering practical classroom experience throughout, our course will help you join a new generation of talented secondary school teachers.

Why study with us?

• 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 partner alliances 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

Whether you want to step up the career ladder, change paths or pursue your passion for a subject you love, you can transform your world with postgraduate study at the University of Derby.

Located in the heart of England, Derby has great transport links with the rest of the UK. This central position means that the city has a long-standing reputation for innovation and industry. We have strong connections with a range of regional employers to support your studies through applied learning, guest lectures and other opportunities.

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