PGCE Secondary History

The subject specific element of the course will encourage trainees to become thoughtful, reflective and critical practioners who are aware of contemporary debates concerning teaching and learning History. Trainees will be given opportunities to develop skills to motivate and inspire pupils to become successful historians across the key stages.

The subject specific element of the course is delivered at our Bognor Regis Campus. The subject specific sessions are complemented by a Professional Studies programme, which is also based at Bognor Regis.

Teaching and Assessment

The course is assessed through observation during teaching placements and written assignments.

To gain a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) students need to complete three 4,000-word assignments at FHEQ level 7 (Masters), and two blocks of School Experience.

The programme’s delivered full-time over 38 weeks with 70% practical school experience in established partner schools and 30% university-based time, divided between Professional Studies and subject study.

This experience provides you with the opportunity to work alongside serving teachers, learning about the broader roles and skills of teachers and other school staff.

Where this can take you

This programme prepares you for a career as a secondary school teacher. At the end of the year you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status and will be ready for the next stage of your development as a Newly Qualified Teacher in school. Our students are highly successful in gaining teaching posts, many in our partner schools.