Secondary Art and Design - PGCE

The Secondary Art and Design PGCE course at Birmingham City University is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to become an effective teacher of Art and Design in secondary schools. You will learn how to plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess student progress, and create a supportive learning environment. Our course is delivered by experienced tutors who are passionate about art and design education, and you will have access to excellent facilities and resources throughout your studies. With our course, you will be well-prepared to take on the challenges of teaching Art and Design in a dynamic and ever-changing educational landscape.

Additional Information

Our PGCE course is recognised by the National College for Teaching and Leadership (NCTL), which means that upon completion, you will be recommended for QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). This is a requirement for teaching in most schools in England and Wales. Additionally, our course includes a variety of placement opportunities in local secondary schools, giving you hands-on experience of teaching Art and Design before you graduate.

Unlock Your Potential as an Art and Design Teacher at BCU

Birmingham City University has a strong reputation for providing high-quality teacher training programmes. Our experienced tutors are experts in their fields and are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to succeed as an Art and Design teacher. Plus, our location in Birmingham means that you will have access to a diverse range of cultural and artistic opportunities, providing valuable context for your teaching practice.

We see teaching as a form of socially engaged art and design practice and will enable you to become a highly-skilled graduate practitioner in today's forward-looking education profession. We believe that Art and Design is a crucial element in the education of all pupils, and will work with you to enable you to become the inspirational teacher required by todays young people. Our course provides you with the necessary knowledge and understanding for you to transfer your current creative skills to the classroom. It's an innovative, practice-based program designed to fully support you to become a confident, dynamic, and creative teacher committed to making art and design accessible for all.

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