A PGCE course focuses primarily on the development of your teaching skills, and not on the subject you intend to teach. For this reason, you are expected to have a good understanding of your chosen subject(s) – usually to degree level – before you start training.

How long does a PGCE take?

Courses generally last for one year full-time or up to two years part-time.

Where can you do a PGCE?

PGCE courses are available at Christ Church University and it is the University which will select the schools in which you train.

What qualifications do you need?

·       a UK undergraduate degree or a recognised equivalent qualification.

·       a standard equivalent to at least a grade C in GCSE English Language and Mathematics.

·       to teach primary or key stage 2/3 (ages 7-14), you must also have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade C in a GCSE Science subject.

How to apply?

The majority of PGCE applications are made through the Graduate teacher training registry (GTTR). However, some ITT providers require that you approach them directly. For secondary courses, you are able to apply to up to four different providers and for primary courses two providers, in order of preference.

When should you apply?

Applications are accepted from mid-September to June for courses starting the following September or October.