Secondary Physical Education PGCE
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Develop practical and theoretical approaches to teaching PE with support from subject experts You’ll spend at least 120 days working in two local secondary schools Achieve your PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status in 36 weeks Want to inspire young people to keep physically active and help nurture their sporting talents? Whether playing competitively or just practising their skills, PE is also an ideal platform for building teamwork. Our Secondary Physical Education PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) will equip you with strategies to become a confident and successful teacher across KS3 and KS4.
Key highlights
- At least 120 days of placement in two local secondary schools
- Leads to PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status in 36 weeks
- Practical and theoretical approaches to teaching PE with subject experts
- Prepares you to teach PE confidently across KS3 and KS4
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include Physical Education
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics
- Additional condition: dbs_check — If you accept a formal offer, you’ll need to meet the Department for Education’s standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and you’ll need clearance to work with children (Enhanced DBS).
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
25% on tuition fees compared to other universities, making your postgraduate degree a smart investment.
PGCE Bursary
The PGCE Bursary comprises six awards of £500 each.
Up to £500
Careers this course leads to
- Secondary PE teacher
- Physical education teacher (KS3 and KS4)
- Head of PE
- School sports coordinator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per course | International: £10,050 per course
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Staffordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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