The PGCE (M) Secondary programme will get you ready to teach pupils aged 11 to 16 with post 16 enhancement in secondary schools. You will be teaching pupils as they mature from early adolescence into adulthood. This is an exciting time for you to become an English teacher. As the curriculum changes, new approaches to teaching English emerge. You will learn more than just how to teach, you will be joining the discussion and influencing the subject, purpose and scope. We are looking for good honours graduates who have the qualifications, expertise and flexibility required to teach English. You will be energetic and committed to helping young people develop their communication, reading and thinking. Recent trainees have joined the programme from diverse backgrounds, and represent a broad age range. Recruitment decisions take account of your experience and academic preparation. The new curriculum for the subject emphasises canonical literature and excellent communication in Standard English. You're likely to hold a degree or joint honours degree in an English discipline, but we also consider applicants with degrees in related fields such as American studies, and linguistics. This is an interesting, often very demanding but tremendously rewarding age group to work with as pupils mature from early adolescence to adulthood. The course is designed to equip you to teach your main subject (English) and to make an effective contribution to the work of schools beyond your subject.