School Connect PGCE and School Direct Salaried

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Brighton- Falmer

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,250 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

School Connect PGCE and School Direct Salaried

About

All School Connect and School Direct routes lead to the award of QTS, which will allow you to teach primary or secondary age groups in England and Wales.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

We are actively seeking to recruit candidates with the capacity to become outstanding teachers. In order to realise your potential over these intensive programmes you are greatly advantaged if you can demonstrate the following characteristics through your application. Degree
Normally an honours degree, or equivalent qualification, in the subject specialism or a subject that is directly relevant. Experience
A realistic awareness of the teaching profession with the capacity to thrive in a demanding and fast moving environment. When applying, please use your personal statement to illustrate this. GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)
At least English language and mathematics (and a science for primary applications). Equivalence tests are available for suitable candidates. Interviews
Interviews are usually online. In most cases you will be interviewed by the school and the university. If you are invited to interview you will be able to choose a date and option which suits you best. Other

All offers of places are subject to required regulatory checks including an occupational health check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check.

Applicants from minority ethnic and other groups under-represented in the profession, including men in primary teaching, are particularly welcome.

Career

Careers

Career prospects are very good.

School Connect PGCE and School Direct Salaried gives schools the opportunity to recruit and select the trainees that best meet their needs, with the expectation that those teachers may go on to work in the school or group of schools in which they trained.

If you are considering whether a career in teaching is for you, and you are a UK resident, the Department for Education’s School Experience Programme (SEP) offers 1 to 10 days’ classroom experience in a secondary school. For details, please visit the Get into Teaching website.