PGCE Secondary Education University of Southampton

Change the lives of young people by becoming a qualified teacher on one of our Secondary PGCE courses.

You'll join a department ranked 5th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2026) and “Outstanding” by OFSTED.

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.

Key Features of our courses

- 120+ days of practical experience through placements in 2 of our partnership schools

- theoretical and practical training led by subject-specialist university tutors, all of whom are experienced teachers

- teaching that is informed by the latest research and draws on expertise from one of the UK's leading university education schools, and our partnership secondary schools

The individual subjects you can choose from include

Art and Design

Biology

Chemistry

Design and Technology

English

English with Drama

English with SEND

Geography

History

Mathematics

Modern Languages

Physical Education

Physics

Student support

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.

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Southampton to find course entry requirements.

View foundation and pathway programmes to help you meet academic and language entry requirements.