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    University of Portsmouth

    United KingdomUnited Kingdom , Portsmouth

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Certificate

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    London

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Next Intake September-2026

    PGCE Courses

    About

    If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference to young people's lives, secondary teaching is a great choice.

    On our secondary PGCE degrees - which were rated 'Outstanding' in Ofsted's latest review - you'll gain the skills and confidence you need to become an outstanding secondary school teacher.

    On each of these teacher training degrees, you'll be supported by our tutors and school-based mentors as you learn to plan and deliver lessons with strong subject knowledge, confidence and imagination, while reflecting on what it means to teach at secondary level. You can study full time over one year, or part time over two.

    We've got excellent links with many secondary schools in the region – so when you finish your PGCE, you'll graduate with excellent career prospects, and eligibility for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - the teaching qualification you'll need to teach in secondary schools in England and Wales.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Eligibility

    This course accepts UK, EU, and International students. The part-time course is available to International students who do not require a Student Route Visa.

    PGCE Courses entry requirements (September 2026 start)

    Qualifications or experience

    • An honours degree in a relevant subject, with approximately 50% English content and a classification of at least 2:2.
    • GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Selection process

    • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
    • All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

    Qualifications or experience

    • A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with approximately 50% geographical content. A minimum of 2:1 is desirable although applicants with other qualifications or valuable experience will also be considered.
    • GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Selection process

    • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
    • All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

    Qualifications or experience

    • A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with approximately 50% Mathematics content.
    • GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Selection process

    • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
    • All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

    Qualifications or experience

    • A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with a minimum of 50% content in an appropriate modern foreign language. Alternatively, native speakers require excellent communication skills in English.
    • A second language to A level (or equivalent standard) in French, German or Spanish. Applicants offering only one foreign language are able to complete a short intensive Enhancement Course in French in order to achieve sufficient competence to teach a second language accurately and confidently at secondary level to at least Key Stage 3.
    • GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Selection process

    • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview. All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

    Qualifications or experience

    • A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with approximately 50% science content. A minimum of 2:2 is desirable although applicants with other qualifications or valuable experience will also be considered.
    • GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.

    If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

    Selection process

    • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
    • All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

    If you're in doubt about your qualifications or suitability for the course please contact the relevant course leader for advice.

    Equivalency qualifications in place of GCSEs

    If you don't have a GCSE in Maths or English, you can still apply for this course. We accept equivalency qualifications in place of these GCSEs, which you can obtain from one of two providers - Equivalency Testing or A Star Equivalency.

    These providers also offer discounts for PGCE offer holders. To find out more about equivalency qualifications for this PGCE, please email us.

    English Program Requirements

  • Applicants whose first language is not English, and who do not have GCSE English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, require English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.
    • If you don't meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course. Selection process
  • All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview.
  • All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

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