Music (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only)

Inspire tomorrow’s musicians today with our PGCE Secondary Music course. This programme, part of our Initial Teacher Education (ITE), equips you to nurture students’ musical talents and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You will receive a combination of university-based teaching and school-based placements, focusing on creative approaches to planning, teaching, and assessment.

The course covers all secondary year groups, including GCSE and A-Level, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of curriculum knowledge. Interactive and stimulating lectures and practical workshops are led by experienced classroom practitioners. You will also develop essential reflective practice and pedagogy skills.

Using your personal musical skills in performance, composition, and music technology, you will explore diverse styles from jazz to electronic music and Welsh music in a teaching context. Experience a variety of teaching environments through urban and rural placements, including Welsh-medium schools. Professional teaching experience (PTE) and mentor support are integral to your training.

The programme emphasises reflective skills and innovative teaching methods to help you grow into an inspiring teacher. Financial support is available through our bursaries and scholarships.