University PGCE
This one year programme leads to a PGCE, recommendation for QTS and 60 credits at Master's level.
On our University led PGCE route, you will receive training at the University and have placements in any of our partner schools, giving you a broad range of experiences. You'll be closely supported by a mentor and tutor during this time.
Schools
You will have three placements in at least two different schools. The location and types of schools are wide-ranging, the vast majority are either in Bristol or commutable from Bristol via bus, train or car. Prospective applicants should be aware that at least one of their placements may involve a commute although we will take individual needs into consideration as much as possible given the available placements. There will be a short primary school experience during the PGCE year.
Subjects
You will receive an excellent teacher training that combines theory with practice whichever route you choose. We offer teacher training for the following subjects.
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English
Where would we be without words? And why do writers in English so frequently use alliteration? The English programme invites you to ask and answer these questions and more.
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Geography
Geography isn’t just about maps. On our Geography PGCE you will discover how to help pupils find out about our world and the people it contains.
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History
Important lessons come from history. Train as a history teacher and bring history to life for young people.
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Mathematics
Our Mathematics PGCE trains you how to support those who struggle and how to challenge those who excel. Learn how to take your pupils from basic mental arithmetic to algebra and Pythagoras.
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Modern Foreign Languages (French, German, Italian, Spanish)
Modern Foreign Language teaching is exciting, rewarding and challenging; our comprehensive and rigorous MFL course will equip you to meet all the challenges and to enjoy your career as a languages teacher.
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Religious Education
Discover how to engage young people in exploring world religions and the different themes and topics within.
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Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Develop as a confident, effective practitioner who can teach science and your specialist subject in ways that deepen pupils' understanding and motivate them to take their study of science further.
Benefits of the University-led PGCE
Outstanding Ofsted Inspection 2018
Our initial teacher education programmes have been ranked as outstanding in every category by Ofsted.
Lead Partner
We also offer a Lead Partner route into teaching. Compare the two routes to decide which one is right for you.
Funding
Find out about available funding to help you get into teaching.
Webinar recording
Watch a recorded webinar from our 2022 virtual open event for PGCE.
International students
Important information specifically for international students who have applied for or are holding an offer for the PGCE.
Black Bristol PGCE Scholarship Programme
Find out more about additional funding for Black and Mixed-Black Heritage UK applicants toward the cost of undertaking a PGCE course starting in 2024-25.
Contact us
Initial Teacher Education (PGCE and Lead Partner) Office
Phone: +44 (0) 117 455 9223 We are partly working remotely and recommend that you contact us by email in the first instance
Email: ed-pgce@bristol.ac.uk
School of Education
University of Bristol
35 Berkeley Square
Bristol, BS8 1JA