School Direct offers a school-based route to achieving a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and aims to attract the highest quality candidates.

In order to apply for a place on our School Direct programme you MUST have:

  • A UK undergraduate degree with a first or 2:1 classification, or recognised equivalent (a 2:2 classification may be accepted for candidates who demonstrate exceptional aptitude or have long term experience in a school setting)
  • A GCSE grade C or above in English Language and Maths
  • A GCSE grade C or above in Science or a Science subject (Primary only)
  • Evidence of an interest and enthusiasm for teaching young people
  • Strong specialist knowledge of the subject you wish to teach (secondary candidates)

You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to verify your suitability for working with children and young people.

If you have studied outside the UK, you should visit the National Academic Recognition Centre (NARIC) website to find out whether your qualifications are the equivalent to UK GCSEs, A Levels and an undergraduate degree.