School Direct – Entry requirements

• All applicants require GCSE grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Applicants for the Secondary PGCE in the Sciences must have a grade C/4 or over above in GCSE Science.
• You should have an A Level in the subject you wish to teach.
• You must be an honours graduate of an approved university or other institution granting equivalent qualifications acceptable both to York St John University and the National College for Teaching and Leadership. The first degree should be specific to the subject-based PGCE you are applying for. In some circumstances candidates without a subject specialist degree may be considered if you can provide evidence of strong subject knowledge, and have at least an A level in the subject.

Apply to our Secondary programme if you:

• are committed to ensuring that all pupils can succeed no matter what their background or starting point.
• have a passion for teaching and a love of learning.
• are enthusiastic, combined with excellent organisational skills.
• have the ability to reflect and develop as critical professionals.
• can express ideas clearly and succinctly.
• have a high level of resilience and respond well to constructive feedback.
• show personal initiative and can work well with peers, pupils, tutors, staff and parents alike.