Secondary Design and Technology with QTS

Entry requirements

An honours degree (normally 2.2 or above) or equivalent which includes substantial elements of design and technology study.

Normally GCSE grade C or Grade 4 in English Language and mathematics, or equivalent. Where applicants have achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above in English literature only, we will look for further evidence of a breadth of achievement in English. We will consider applicants who are in the process of obtaining the relevant GCSEs.

You are encouraged to gain experience of schools through direct observation of teaching and learning and/or by working with young people in subject-related, or other related educational activities.

Candidates who are successful will demonstrate a sound understanding of teaching and how children learn, where possible within a school setting. We encourage all candidates to evidence their understanding by drawing on related examples or experiences, such as time spent in schools or other learning settings. Demonstrating an ability to make links between experience and knowledge, and their proposed career would be desirable.

Months of entry

August, September

Course content

Qualify to teach design and technology at Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 - with useful subject practice throughout your PGCE experience.

• Train for a rewarding career in secondary Design and Technology teaching.
• Undertake 120 days of school-based training in two different school settings.
• Participate in practical work in our well-equipped facilities to help you learn creative and innovative teaching methods.
• Attain a masters level PGCE, or a PCE alongside Qualified Teacher status (QTS).

This course will help you to grow academically and professionally and has, as its primary aim, the development and supply of competent teachers who are capable of securing employment in an education setting. You graduate as an experienced and employable design and technology teacher, ready to inspire young people.