Overview

Encourage curiosity in the next generation by teaching young people to ask the right questions and develop their understanding of the world around them. Delve into the captivating stories of the past with the beautiful backdrop of Worcester - a city steeped in valuable history, best known for its central role in the English Civil War.

The curriculum of the Secondary - History programme from University of Worcester ensures that you will develop the professional qualities and attributes of a passionate and innovative teacher of History. Our staff have extensive experience as specialist history teachers, providing you with a strong foundation for a long and successful career in teaching. Leading institutions in historical preservation and education will complement your learning, including access to bespoke training to help expand your subject knowledge and critically reflect on our nation’s history.

Key features

Helps you develop your own vision about the nature and purpose of a history education

Helps you develop your own understanding of how to effectively teach history in secondary schools

Helps you know how to arouse pupils curiosity about the past and encourage them to care about the people who inhabited it

Helps you develop the skills to be a thoughtful and self-reflective classroom practitioner

Equips you with the knowledge and skills to have a long, enjoyable and successful career in teaching

Where could it take you?

Great employment prospects

Prepare for leadership and your Masters with 60 credits and a strong research foundation

Many University of Worcester trainees gain promotion within the first few years of teaching

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understand and apply theory and research about how children learn – most university teaching sessions will model or demonstrate classroom practice currently used in school.

Deepen your understanding of subject specific pedagogy by engaging with literature, much of which is written by practicing history teachers and university tutors.

In school, learn by initially observing and then practising the skills of teaching in a safe and supportive environment. Benefit from opportunities to share and learn from your fellow trainee teachers.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply for postgraduate taught courses any time, but preferably before the start of the academic year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

History Secondary Education View 240 other Masters in Secondary Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

86

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Other requirements

General requirements

Honours degree normally (2:2) or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject area. Applicants with a 3rd class degree will be considered on an individual basis.

All entrants have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 (formerly grade C) in the GCSE examinations in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics (applicants must have these qualifications by the start of the course). Alternatively, we offer an equivalency test if you don’t have the required GCSE grade to apply for our courses. Trainees who begin courses before providing evidence of the required GCSE standard (or equivalent) will not be eligible for financial incentives, such as bursaries or grants until they achieve the required standard.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Worcester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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