PGCE Secondary Physical Education

Develop as a highly qualified, effective and confident teacher of physical education, with the knowledge and skills to put innovative teaching approaches into practice to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Through the course, you examine the role of physical education in - and beyond - the National Curriculum. You develop an understanding of physical education as a subject; how it relates to pupils in school and wider society; and how to apply the knowledge gained in your first degree to teach pupils.

You will attend subject-specific sessions, lectures and seminars designed to develop your awareness and understanding of general professional issues. Areas of study include practical application; PE theory; planning and evaluation; teaching styles and strategies; differentiation; organisation; assessment; and reporting.

When you successfully complete the course, you achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), enabling you to work in a school as a teacher. You are also well placed to pursue further awards such as Chartered Teacher Status.

Applicants should have a good undergraduate degree at the Honours level or equivalent.

To apply for a postgraduate degree (MA/MSc/MBA/LLM) at the University of Bedfordshire you should have a good honors degree (or equivalent qualification) in an appropriate subject from a recognized university or HE institution.

We will also consider candidates with other relevant qualifications or appropriate work experience.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.