PGCE Education (Secondary)
We have a long history of training teachers and are currently rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Our one-year programme is available in a range of secondary subjects and will lead to both a postgraduate qualification (PGCE) and qualified teacher status (QTS), enabling you to teach across the 11-19 age range. In addition, you will gain up to 60 master's-level credits that you can put towards an MSc in Education.
We work in partnership with more than 60 local schools offering two routes into teaching: University-led and School Direct, allowing you to choose the route that suits you. Our programmes are current, challenging and innovative, and are informed by both our own extensive research in the field of education as well as current practice.
You will spend two-thirds of your time on placement in at least two contrasting schools. Notably, our programme includes a short placement in a primary school as well as offering the opportunity to gain experience in a special school. The remaining time is spent at University where you will join our diverse student community.
At Bristol you will be given a personal tutor in your specialist subject, ensuring you receive the very highest levels of both pastoral and professional support. Our strong community and student support sets us apart from other providers and is frequently commented on by both students and external inspectors.
“There is a very strong model of partnership that underpins the course… The PGCE tutors are excellent and use their own research and that of others to inform the content of the individual programmes within the course. The students greatly value this expertise and recognise the contribution that the University makes to their learning.” (Chief External Examiner, 2018)
Campus Information
Clifton
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Our graduates are highly employable, and we're one of the most targeted universities by leading UK employers. You'll be joining a network of talented alumni, developing careers in over 190 countries worldwide.
Our Careers Service offers a range of services to support you.
Our staff can help you explore your options, develop your employability skills and make successful job applications.
Online resources to help you research employers, browse job vacancies and practise for employer selection activities.
Dedicated resources for international students and postgraduate students.
Advice on postgraduate study options and funding.
Access to the Careers Service remains free for three years after you graduate.
PSW Opportunity
2 years PSW
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).
A CGPA of 3.3 or above is considered equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree.
Applicants who hold a two-year US master’s degree or a one-year UK master’s degree will be considered for admission to PhD study. A research proposal is required. To investigate research opportunities, please visit the postgraduate prospectus.
To be considered for admission to a master's degree programme at the University of Bristol, the minimum requirement for entry is an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree that is equivalent to a UK upper second-class degree (also known as a 2:1).
We understand that the majority of candidates from India have been taught in English throughout their education. Many departments will accept CBSE or CISCE English at 80% or above in lieu of another English test, with an MOI letter confirming that English is the teaching language of your institution.
The majority of our master’s programmes require a first class degree (60% or higher) from a recognised Indian university, with specific grades depending on the institution. Competitive programmes may require first class with distinction. If you would like advice relating to your specific qualification, please contact us.
We are aware that at many of India's elite higher education colleges it is very rare to be awarded a first class. For this reason, a number of our departments may be willing to consider candidates from top colleges who have achieved 55% or above.
Applicants wishing to be considered for research study at Bristol should have a first class pass in their Indian bachelor’s degree and some research experience. It may also be advantageous to have completed a master’s degree with research elements.
Profile A
IELTS Academic: 7.5 overall with 7.0 in all skills
TOEFL iBT: 103 overall with R24, L22, S25, W24
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre): 78 overall with 71 in all skills
Profile B
IELTS Academic:
UG: 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other skills
PG: 7.0 overall with 6.5 in all skills
TOEFL iBT:
UG: 95 overall with R22, L21, S23, W24
PG: 95 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
UG: 67 overall with 71 in writing and 64 in all other skills
PG: 67 overall with 64 in all skills
Profile C
IELTS Academic:
6.5 with 6.5 in all skills
TOEFL iBT:
88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
67 in all skills
Profile D
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing, with no score below 6.0
TOEFL iBT:
89 overall with R24, L20, S21, W24
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
67 overall with 67 in reading and writing, with no score below 60
Profile E
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall with no score below 6.0
TOEFL iBT:
85 overall with R20, L20, S21, W20
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
67 average with no skill below 60
Profile F
IELTS Academic:
6.0 overall with either listening or speaking at 6.5, with no score below 6.0
TOEFL iBT:
83 overall with either R20, L21, S21 and W20, or R20, L20, S23 and W20
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
64 average with either listening or speaking at 64, and no skill below 60
Profile G
IELTS Academic:
6.5 overall with 7.0 in reading and listening, and no score below 6.0
TOEFL iBT:
88 overall with R24, L22, S21, W20
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre):
66 average with 67 in reading and listening, and no skill below 60
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
20100 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: 50 GBP