Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Secondary with QTS

PGCE applications for 2020/21 entry are now closed. We do, however, welcome applications and enquiries for 2021/22 entry. Please email us for more information. 

General enquiries - email                     

Biology - Alyssia Fiander-Houlden

Chemistry - Emma Spacey                    

Computer Science - Ross Evans

Design and Technology - Chris Wolfe   

English - Dr Angella Cooze 

Mathematics - Libby Chancer              

Modern Foreign Languages - Siân Brooks

Physics and Welsh - Peter Lloyd           

Welsh medium PGCE programmes - Siôn Owen 

Are you ready to explore the many influences on teaching practice? Are you ready to rise to the challenge of motivating pupils to maximise their progress and achievement? Great, we can't wait to meet you!

The one year full-time Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Secondary with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) offered by the Swansea University Schools' Partnership (SUSP) connects research and policy to practice. SUSP is committed to delivering high quality initial teacher education that meets the needs of a Welsh education system undergoing significant curriculum transformation. Our PGCE programme will allow you to develop teaching skills in your subject and learn how your subject fits in the new curriculum Areas of Learning and Experience. You will work with experienced mentors in our Partnership schools across Wales to develop, and reflect upon, your own teaching practice. All aspects of the SUSP programme are underpinned by research, allowing student teachers to benefit from the University's national and international reputation.

The programme is unique in the respect that University subject experts, our University Academic Advisors, will contribute to the programme. This subject expertise will not only enhance your subject knowledge but also introduce you to the latest subject specific research. With the Partnership’s strong commitment to wellbeing, you will experience high quality personal, professional and academic support throughout the year.

With a wide range of subject specialisms, opportunities to study through the medium of English or Welsh, partnership schools across Wales and bursaries available for teacher training, start your teaching career with us!