PGCE Secondary Physical Education in Edgbaston United Kingdom | Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University | Edgbaston United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,085
(c. USD21,437.77)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

This program will equip you to apply your academic expertise in Physical Education (PE) instruction, fostering active lifestyles and wellness through engaging, inclusive teaching methods.
We recognize PE as a vital component of holistic education, and will collaborate with you to develop into the motivational secondary educator that modern students need.
Our curriculum builds upon your existing creative abilities, transforming them into captivating classroom instruction through a hands-on approach designed to cultivate confident, innovative educators dedicated to inclusive PE.
The program focuses on PE teaching methodologies and professional development, delivered through interactive workshops, lectures, seminars, and independent study.

Career Prospects
Designed for ages 11-16 with post-16 extension, this qualification leads to excellent secondary teaching employment opportunities.
Our graduates enjoy strong job placement rates due to consistent demand for our well-trained teachers, with high-achieving students particularly sought after.

FIELD EXPERIENCE
School-based learning constitutes two-thirds of the program, with diverse placement opportunities across multiple educational settings.
You'll gain practical experience in at least two secondary schools plus additional observations, including primary education, providing comprehensive exposure to contemporary teaching practices.
The program combines regular school visits with extended placements, supported by qualified mentors who offer guidance, assessment, and professional feedback throughout your training.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

You must have a good degree (normally a 2:2 or above) in a relevant subject from a UK higher education institution or equivalent.

You must have a GCSE grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent) in both English language and mathematics prior to enrolment and if you are offered an interview you will take a written test to assess your standard of English.

The selection interview will assess your subject knowledge and personal qualities such as the potential to relate well to secondary age students, enthusiasm, sensitivity, communication skills and robustness and resilience for teaching.

You will also take a written test to assess your standard of English.

Applicants must meet Department for Education requirements for Initial Teacher Training, which means being medically fit and successfully completing an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

IELTS - 7.0 (6.5 in all components) or equivalent.
TOEFL IBT - Overall 95, Reading - 24, Listening - 22, Speaking - 25, Writing - 24, PTEAcademic - 76

Tuition GBP 16,085

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