Entry requirements

Who can enrol in the programme / am I eligible to apply for this programme?

Anyone who is interested in getting into teaching - whether you’re a graduate, existing school staff, looking to change careers – and are based in our local area.

All entrants must hold a bachelor's degree from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification. We are happy to receive applications from candidates in their final year of study.

To be eligible to apply you will need:

• An undergraduate degree, or equivalent.  
• The ability to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the subject you are applying to teach, either through your degree qualification, your A Levels or relevant experience.  
• Grade 4 (C) or above in English and Maths GCSEs, or equivalent qualification. To teach Primary, you will also need Grade 4 (C) or above in Science GCSE.  
• We will not consider candidates with pending GCSEs. Functional skills qualifications are not equivalent to Maths and English GCSEs. 
• We accept most equivalency test providers. You will need to have passed your GCSE equivalency test before applying to our programme; we will not be able to process your application until you have passed. 
• Overseas qualifications will be reviewed by the UK national agency for international qualifications and skills (ENIC) to ensure they meet programme requirements.

International candidates

You’ll need the right to study in the UK.

• You already have this if, for example, you:
• are an Irish citizen
• have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme (you may still be able to apply)
• have indefinite leave to remain in the UK

If you do not already have the right to study in the UK, you may need to apply for a visa. The main visa for fee-paying courses (those that you have to pay for) is the student visa.

What personal qualities or competencies are you looking for in applicants?

We work with teachers who are committed to pursuing and celebrating success for themselves and their pupils, as well as having a passion for their subject or phase. This is a challenging course and applicants need a wide range of skills, knowledge, experiences, and an aptitude for teaching.

Forming relationships and good communication is key as well as being able to both problem-solve independently and ask for support when needed. Not to mention tenacity and versatility to overcome the obstacles you’ll face.