Secondary Teaching Studies (English)

Inspire the next generation with a teaching degree that allows you to explore curriculum, teaching and learning with English as a subject
specialism.

Over two years, you can take part in this accelerated route to a teaching role or PGCE, where you’ll learn about children and young people’s
development and how it’s underpinned by policy, research and practice.

You’ll hear perspectives from guest lecturers and experience diverse learning environments, including our Forest School Training Centre.

As an English specialist, you’ll explore a range of genres relevant to today’s classroom, helping develop your understanding of English language and
literature at degree level.

Why study at Hull?

* Fast-track your career: Our accelerated two-year programme is a unique opportunity to gain a first degree while focusing on your future teaching ambitions.

* Learn on-the-job on placement: Boost your employability by taking on a UK or international work placement to help your understanding of education in action.

* Boost your CV with an extra qualification: On top of your English specialism, you’ll have the opportunity to study for Forest School certification.

Where could this take me?

With this foundational degree complete, you’re ready to explore a range of opportunities in schools as an unqualified teacher, or to take the next step towards Qualified Teacher Status such as PGCE.

There are lots of opportunities to use your degree other than in a school, such as working as a tutor, educational consultant or pursuing an educational role in the arts, heritage or local government sectors.

This degree can also open up opportunities for further postgraduate study in a range of subject areas.