Overview

At the Secondary English and Drama programme offered by University of Sussex you’ll develop your skills as a reflective practitioner. We use an innovative range of assessment modes that enable you to succeed. School-led teacher education is run by experienced mentors and professional tutors. You’ll be supported by University tutors throughout the year.

Key Facts

When you successfully complete this degree, the University of Sussex, as a UK-Government-accredited Initial Teacher Training (ITT) provider, will recommend you for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). QTS is conferred by the Teacher Regulation Agency in England. The PGCE academic award is conferred by the University of Sussex.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Applying Professional Knowledge
Developing Professional Practice
Reflecting on Professional Knowledge
Advancing Professional Practice
Secondary Education
School Teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 10 months
Part-time
- 20 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

95

OR

5

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Drama Secondary Education View 247 other Masters in Language Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

95

OR

5

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PTE Academic

67

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

7

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above.
a strong knowledge and understanding of English, Drama and performance, and an awareness of how the subject is currently taught within Secondary state schools;
an undergraduate degree in English and Drama or Theatre Studies, or a degree in English with at least 30% Drama or Theatre Studies and a Drama A-Level (or equivalent qualification). Candidates are occasionally considered with degrees in other subjects if they have significant theatre or performance vocational experience. Other related degrees and professional experience may be considered if a Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) course is undertaken before starting the teacher training course; please see further details below. Your qualification must be from an approved Higher Education institution or validating body;
a GCE A-Level in English (or equivalent) and a passion for the subject;

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

18500 GBP / year

≈ 18500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Brighton

United Kingdom

815 - 1383 GBP / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Brighton

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