Entry requirements
This is a highly successful postgraduate route into teaching. We strongly encourage applications from candidates with the potential to become outstanding teachers in this intensive and mainly school-based programme.
The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course. They should be used as a general guide.
Degree and experience
Normally an honours degree, or equivalent qualification.
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, maths and a science. Equivalence tests are available for suitable candidates.
International student application deadline 26 May
The deadline for international applicants to apply to this course for 2023 entry is 26 May. This deadline is in place to ensure sufficient time for the visa process to be completed before the course starts in early September.
English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 in all elements.
Interviews
Interviews for this course can be in-person at the university or online. Applicants invited to an interview will be able to choose a date and which option suits them best.
Experience
While experience in a school is not a condition of entry for initial teacher education courses we recommend that you take up opportunities to gain a realistic understanding of whether teaching is right for you. The Get Into Teaching School Experience Programme offers opportunities across the country to book a day’s worth of experience.
Read the tips on applying for teacher training.
Other
- Applicants from minority ethnic and other groups under-represented in the profession, including men in primary teaching, are particularly welcome.
- All offers of places are subject to required regulatory checks including an occupational health check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced check.
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We are committed to safeguarding and child protection. As part of our selection and interview process, we will undertake additional checks to confirm the suitability of candidates.