🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Master's
High Demand

PGCE Secondary English with Drama

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

Tuition: £9,790/yr
Duration: 1 year
Intakes: Sep
English: IELTS 6.0

Information from londonmet.ac.uk, updated 12 July 2026About this information

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Course Overview

This PGCE Secondary English with Drama course is designed for aspiring teachers who are passionate about inspiring young people through the power of language, literature, and performance. The programme provides a comprehensive, inclusive training experience that prepares you to teach 11 to 16-year-olds, with opportunities to gain experience in post-16 settings. Led by experienced industry professionals, the course combines university-based learning with practical school placements, ensuring you develop the confidence and skills to thrive in diverse urban school environments. You will explore the role of the teacher as a creative agent, making strong links between English and Drama through collaborative work with local theatre companies. The curriculum is research-led, focusing on building your identity as a critically reflective practitioner. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to teach English, Drama, or a combination of both, and will be well-prepared to make a meaningful impact on the lives and futures of your students.

Entry Requirements

Course & visa options

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With Placement Year
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Part-time work allowed
Scholarship available
STEM-designated

Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international): £24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer: £2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester): £12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 1

Curriculum Studies (CS)

Professional and Inclusive Practice (PIP)

School Experience A

School Experience B

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo: £38k
Median starting salary: 120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated: 12 July 2026
Source: londonmet.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 12 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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Teaching Quality: 4.7
Campus Life: 4.3
Career Support: 4.7
Value for Money: 4.3

Feb 2026
“The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
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Value for Money
5/5
Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science
Feb 2026
“The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
Teaching Quality
5/5
Campus Life
5/5
Career Support
4/5
Value for Money
5/5
Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science
Feb 2026
“The international office picked me up from the airport and had my accommodation keys ready. Lecturers actually know your name here.”
Teaching Quality
5/5
Campus Life
5/5
Career Support
4/5
Value for Money
5/5
Ade O. · Nigeria · MSc Data Science