Secondary - English with Drama (QTS) University of Worcester

Overview

Whether your background is in English, Drama, or a related humanities subject, Secondary - English with Drama (QTS) at University of Worcester you’ll join a supportive community where you’ll develop strong subject knowledge and practical teaching skills. Before the course begins, we’ll help you prepare through online tutorials, development activities and recommended reading focussed on the English and Drama curriculum.

Placements

You’ll complete a minimum of 120 days of placement, teaching English with Drama in two different schools, so you can experience a wide range of age groups and learning environments. There will also be additional school visit days where you can explore practical strategies for the classroom, with opportunities to practice, rehearse and then implement in school.

We have a strong relationship with over 100 partnership schools, where you will be supported by subject specialist mentors. School mentors are experienced teachers who we work with to make sure you get the highest quality, placement experience.

Careers

This course will qualify you to teach in secondary schools across the UK. Most of our students quickly find jobs after graduation, thanks to the confidence they’ve gained on the course, the connections they make on placement and our excellent reputation with schools in the Midlands region.

Many of our graduates go on to work in schools as an English or drama teacher – but others have found positions such as media teachers.

Our graduates also pursue leadership roles within schools, as curriculum leaders, special educational needs coordinators, key stage leaders, deputies, or head teachers.

The PGCE is an internationally recognised teaching qualification and can widen your opportunities for a career overseas. You’ll be able to seek work in countries such as America, Australia, and Canada.