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PGCE Secondary Education

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

  • Location

    Main Site - Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Join a Secondary PGCE programme at the University of Southampton to equip yourself with the very latest education research and practice.


• Education at the University of Southampton is ranked 14th in the UK (The Complete University Guide, 2025)

• In partnership with over 200 local schools and colleges

• Versatile programme structure to support your route into teaching

• Opportunities to study abroad

Each programme will provide you with extensive, supervised school or college experience during your study. You’ll engage with research-led approaches to enhance the quality of teaching you can offer your students and begin your career with confidence.

You’ll spend two-thirds of your PGCE in two school placements, starting in October, under the guidance of curriculum mentors who are all experienced classroom teachers. One-third of your time will be spent in university, under the guidance of curriculum tutors, who all have extensive school teaching experience. We will support you with contrasting placement experiences from our well-established partnership schools and colleges.

Secondary education PGCE courses are available in most subject areas, including:
- PGCE Art and Design


- PGCE English


- PGCE Geography


- PGCE History


- PGCE Mathematics


- PGCE Modern Languages


- PGCE Physical Education


- PGCE Sciences


You’ll join a close-knit and diverse learning community, we offer an exceptional academic experience, with small-group teaching that allows you to explore topics in depth and plenty of support to ensure you achieve your potential. Talk to us for support through the consideration and application process.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

School placement observation & assignments.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,400per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive global community and welcomes students from over 130 countries.
As a truly global university, Southampton has many opportunities for students to develop intercultural skills through its wide variety of clubs and societies.
Specialist careers support and paid year in employment and internship opportunities prepare international students for their future.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    14th out of 91 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    147 66%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    59th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 76%

    57th

    54

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