PostgraduateFull-time

Secondary Music PGCE

University of SussexBrighton, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
10 months full time
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Music
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
7.0 overall, no part below 6.5

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Overview

Prepare to start your Music teaching career with innovative, hands-on learning. Grow into a reflective and confident practitioner.

Entry requirements

Degree2:2 · or above; You will need: a strong knowledge and understanding of Music, and an awareness of how the subject is currently taught within Secondary state schools; to show that you are a practicing, active musician; an undergraduate degree in Music or Music Technology. You may be considered if you have a degree in a subject other than one that is Music-related, but you would need to demonstrate a good understanding of general music history, theory, and your musicianship. You should normally also have at least an A level (or equivalent qualification) in Music. Your qualification must be from an approved Higher Education institution or validating body; GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C (or equivalent). You must provide evidence of these qualifications at interview

English language requirements

IELTS7.0 overall, no part below 6.5

IELTS (Academic): Advanced level (7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component).

Fees

International students: £18,500 per year for full-time students

UK students: £9,535 per year for full-time students

Start dates

August 2026

Application deadline

31 May (International) and August (UK).

Campus

  • On campus - in person, United Kingdom

If you studied in United States

47 countries

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum cGPA of at least 3.0-4.0 depending on your chosen Masters course.

English language

USA is considered a majority English speaking country, and USA nationals are not required to sit an English language test or assessment in order to obtain a CAS.

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Scholarships at University of Sussex

13 for this level
  • Cate Haste Scholarship in History£3,000.00 (US$ 3,874)
  • Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film£3,000.00 (US$ 3,874)
  • Chancellor's Masters Scholarship
  • Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc£12,550.00 (US$ 16,207)
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Plan your first year

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TuitionGBP 18,500
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 33,886

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  3. 3

    Your CAS

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  4. 4

    Your Student visa

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