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1 year
London
Tuition Fee
£9,790 per year (UK home)
Full-time
The tuition fee for UK students for the 2026/27 academic year is £9,790 for standard full-time courses. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. Tuition fees may be subject to change by Middlesex University London. Applicants should check the institution website for the latest fee information.
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2:2 honours degree or above (all subjects considered). GCSE grade C / grade 4 or above in science and mathematics. Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure check required.
GCSE: Grade C / grade 4 or above in English. Equivalency tests accepted by Equivalency Testing, A Star Teachers or other appropriately accredited providers.
Graduates are qualified to apply for positions as an early career teacher (ECT) in primary school settings. Career progression can lead to roles such as head of a department, age group or curriculum lead, and eventually senior management positions like deputy head or head teacher.
The PGCE Primary Education (QTS) is a one-year full-time course. Please contact us or Middlesex University London directly for information regarding any potential alternative study routes.
Students benefit from a strong support network including one-to-one and group sessions to develop academic skills, as well as support from library and IT teams. You will also have access to ongoing mentoring from tutors.
Yes, the Careers and Futures service provides unlimited access to one-to-one advice, 24/7 online support, networking opportunities, and events. Alumni also receive lifetime career support.
The course includes 120 days of school-based training across at least two placements, providing sustained teaching experience. There is also an optional enrichment placement available in a SEN/D school.
Yes, scholarships such as the Alumni Postgraduate Award, Chevening Scholarship, European Academic Awards, and Regional or International Merit Awards may be available. Nova Pathways can assist you in exploring these options.
This course is distinguished by its strong partnerships with schools across London, Essex, and Hertfordshire, and its focus on teaching in diverse, multicultural, and multilingual environments. It is also accredited by the Teaching Regulation Agency.
Absolutely. The programme is designed with 120 days of school-based training, allowing you to apply teaching strategies in real classroom settings and reflect on your practice with expert tutors.
Your experience will be a mix of 120 days in schools and 60 days of university-based learning, which includes lectures, webinars, one-to-one tutorials, group projects, and practical workshops.
Applicants must hold a 2:2 degree or higher and GCSEs in English, maths, and science at grade 4/C or above. An interview is required, and you must pass a DBS background check. We recommend gaining school experience prior to applying.
