PGCE English with Drama (QTS)

Middlesex University

United Kingdom, London

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Middlesex University

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Q583

Campuses

Hendon campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 12,800 / year

Next Intake September-2026

PGCE English with Drama (QTS)

About

Why choose PGCE English with Drama at Middlesex?

Language is at the heart of everything we do. It sustains thought, it provides clarity of instruction and it develops community. As an excellent communicator, this is your chance to strengthen young people’s English skills through writing, reading, and spoken language. Whether chairing a lively debate, navigating a class through a complex Shakespeare extract, or developing authentic writing for real audiences, you will become an inspiring influence for all pupils.

On the PGCE English with Drama (QTS) course, we are passionate about language and literature in all its forms. We will equip you with the skills and experience necessary to both educate and inspire secondary English and drama pupils. In English, you will explore language, literature, expression and the role of communication. In drama, you will learn how to engage pupils through both the practical and theoretical nature of lessons.

Our ambitious curriculum has fully embedded the Core Content Framework for Initial Teacher Training to develop strong English subject knowledge and pedagogy – with the additional experience of teaching drama at KS3. Through interactive workshops, tutorials and seminars this one-year full-time course enables you to meet the national Teachers’ Standards for the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with English as the main subject and drama as a second subject area.

This is an alternative pathway for training teachers who wish to teach both English and Drama. If you are interested in doing one subject in isolation read more about PGCE Drama (QTS).

What you will gain

By joining us on this course, you'll have the opportunity to:

Learn from experienced tutors who are subject specialists in their field, as well as other experts in our partner schools
Explore English and drama pathway sessions which are varied, engaging and offer both theoretical and practical approaches to teaching English and drama in the secondary classroom
Take advantage of the excellent Professional Studies offered at Middlesex University.

You'll also gain an understanding of English across all key stages and Drama in Key Stage 3 (KS3) including:

Teaching literature
Learning theory and cognitive science
Promoting effective reading strategies
Supporting and developing writing
Spoken language
Creative approaches to English teaching
Theatre practitioners
Physical theatre
Stimulus and devising.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

International students are eligible to apply for this course.

Here are the qualifications relevant for this course:

A 2:2 honours degree or above and a strong A Level in English language or literature or equivalent.

If you have relevant qualifications or work experience, we may be able to count this towards your entry requirements.

English language

You'll need good English language skills to study with us. We cannot accept IELTS on this course. Find out more about our English language requirements.

Visas

International students can apply for a student visa to train to teach in England if they are undertaking an unsalaried initial teacher training (ITT) course and:

they have an unconditional offer from a licensed sponsoring institution
they can financially support themselves in the UK and pay for their course
they meet the English language requirements for the student visa.

Find out more about the student route visa.

Safer recruitment

We are committed to keeping children and young people safe from harm. Our recruitment processes adhere to the principles of safer recruitment – we implement robust and safe recruitment practices which support the identification and rejection of any applicants who are unsuitable to work with children and young people. We will respond to any concerns about the suitability of applicants during the recruitment process.

English Program Requirements

You'll need good English language skills to study with us. We cannot accept IELTS on this course. Find out more about our English language requirements.

Career

Careers

How can the PGCE English with Drama (QTS) support your career?

Our university's postgraduate courses have been recognised for their ability to support your career.

Employment rates are extremely high. Typically over 95% of our PGCE graduates are in employment or further study six months after graduation according to Graduate Outcomes, 2022.

Career paths

After completing this course, you'll be able to apply for a position as an early career teacher (ECT) in a secondary school setting.

As a newly qualified teacher, your salary will be between £25,714 and £32,157, depending on where you teach.

Teachers can find career progression in both the classroom and the school's management structure. You might aspire to become the head of a department, age group or curriculum. By developing your leadership skills and experience, you could progress to a senior management position, such as deputy head or head teacher.

For more information on salary and career progression, visit the Department for Education's website.

MDXworks

MDXworks, our employability service, will help you make the most of your experience and connections to achieve your career goals. You'll have unlimited access to one-to-one advice and support from specialists in your sector plus 24/7 online support. You can also make the most of events and networking opportunities, on and off campus.

Global network

At Middlesex, you’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. After you graduate, we'll support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.