Program Overview

PGCE Secondary – History

Overview

Our postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) will prepare you to become an inspirational History teacher with varied school placements, interactive lesson simulations, and tailored tutor support.

Course Details

• Duration: 1 year full-time
• Location: Worcester
• Fees:
  • UK: £9,535
  • International: £17,900

Entry Requirements

• Honours degree: Normally 2:2 or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject area.
• GCSE: Grade C/4 in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics, or equivalent qualifications.

Course Structure

• Mandatory modules:
  • Meeting the Teachers’ Standards
  • Developing Teaching and Learning
  • Evidence Informed Teaching
  • Placement
• Enhancement Activities:
  • Various options available, including teenage mental health and climate change.

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching: A mix of interactive seminars, classroom simulations, and one-to-one tutorials.
• Assessment: Creating a learning resource, delivering a presentation, and writing reflective essays.

Careers

• Job prospects: Most students quickly find jobs after graduation, thanks to the confidence they’ve gained on the course, the connections they make on placement, and our excellent reputation with schools in the Midlands region.
• Career paths: History teacher, leadership roles within schools, curriculum leaders, special educational needs coordinators, key stage leaders, deputies, or head teachers.

Course Highlights

• Outstanding by Ofsted: Our education of future primary and secondary teachers has been given the highest possible grade by Ofsted.
• Regional Training Hubs: You can apply to study a PGCE directly with the University or with one of our partner Regional Training Hubs.

Placements

• School experience: A substantial and integral part of the course, with visit days and block placements in terms 1, 2, and 3.
• Placement duration: A minimum of 120 days of placement, teaching history in two different schools.

Meet the Team

• Rachael Moore: PGCE secondary subject lead for history, with over 17 years of experience in secondary education and ITTE.