PGCE Physical Education (PGCE)

Develop the knowledge and skills to become a qualified PE teacher on this PGCE Secondary training course in physical education. You’ll split your time between the University of Southampton and school placements as you learn how to work with pupils aged 11 to 16 (Key Stages 3 and 4). You’ll qualify to work as a teacher in state-maintained and special schools in England and Wales. On this course you’ll learn how to be a successful secondary school teacher specialising in physical education within the UK’s National Curriculum framework. We’ll train you in the PE-specific skills and knowledge you’ll need to teach young people how to: excel in a range of physical activities be physically active for sustained periods of time take part in competitive sports and activities lead healthy, active lives You’ll also learn how to: use effective teaching methods and resources manage the classroom monitor and assess pupils teach for equality and inclusion The course is divided into 2 parts - school-ba

IELTS: overall 7.0; reading 6.5; writing 6.5; speaking 6.5; listening 6.5

International students: £26,200 per year

UK students: £9,535 per year

UK/Home: £9,535 per year

International: £26,200 per year

September 2026

Application deadlines The deadline to apply for this course is early July 2026.

• Highfield and in school, Southampton, United Kingdom