Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge

One day until the PGCE end of year ceremony! ⁠
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Think that you have to have a private school background to do the PGCE at Cambridge?

The simple answer is - no! At the Faculty of Education we believe in the importance of quality education for all, and are champions of excellence in state school education.

We almost exclusively place our PGCE students in state schools for their placements*. We also don't care where you went to school, or studied for your degree. Provided you meet our entry requirements, we will consider your application.

To apply for the course, we ask that you have achieved (or are in the final year of) a 2:1 degree. For Secondary applicants, this degree should be in a relevant subject.

We also ask that students have GCSEs in English and Maths, or an international equivalent. Primary applicants must also have a GCSE in Science.

All overseas qualifications must have a Statement of Comparability from ENIC at the point of application.

We are still accepting applications for Biology, Latin with Classics, Modern Languages, and Music until the end of June for September 2026 entry.⁠
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Applications for all of our courses for September 2027 entry will open in October. ⁠
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If you would like to sign up to one of our upcoming Open Days or find out more about the Cambridge PGCE, visit our website at https://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/pgce/ ⁠

*Students on our Latin with Classics PGCE course may be placed in independent schools due to the availability of placements

Interested in a career working with children and young people?

In this video, course tutor Esther explains the ethos around how the Introduction to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling course is taught and how participants then take their learning in to their everyday lives and work.

Our six-week Introduction to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling course offers a practical introduction to the profession and the pathways into further training.

🎓 Masters credits available
📅 6-week course
⏰ Applications close 6 July

www.educ.cam.ac.uk/counselling/


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Two days until the PGCE end of year ceremony! ⁠

Wondering what the experience of the PGCE is like as an international student?

The Cambridge PGCE has students from around the world. While our course is tailored to providing guidance and training for teaching in state schools in England, the experiences of overseas applicants enriches the course immeasurably. ⁠
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If you're interested in applying to the Cambridge PGCE, there are some parts of the application you'll need to be aware of:⁠
🌍️ All overseas qualifications are required to have a Statement of Comparability from ENIC (regardless of if the candidate is from overseas)⁠
🌎️ All candidates are required to have a GCSE in English and Maths (and Science for Primary candidates), or an overseas equivalent. We are able to accept an in-date IELTS (with a 7 in each component) in lieu of a GCSE in English⁠
🌏️ All interviews for the PGCE are in-person at the Faculty of Education in Cambridge. This is a core safeguarding requirement of the course. ⁠
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We are still accepting applications for Biology, Latin with Classics, Modern Languages, and Music until the end of June for September 2026 entry.⁠
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Applications for all of our courses for September 2027 entry will open in October. ⁠
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If you would like to sign up to one of our upcoming Open Days or find out more about the Cambridge PGCE, visit our website at https://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/pgce/ ⁠
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Three days until the PGCE end of year ceremony! ⁠
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Do you want to do a PGCE but are worried about balancing your studies with your personal life?

Every year we have parents, students with care commitments or other personal challenges. We know that life doesn't just pause while you're studying your PGCE. We aim to provide you with the clarity you need to plan around the course, as well as being there whenever you're experiencing a wobble to offer guidance and support.
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We are still accepting applications for Biology, Latin with Classics, Modern Languages, and Music until the end of June for September 2026 entry.⁠
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Applications for all of our courses for September 2027 entry will open in October. ⁠
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If you would like to sign up to one of our upcoming Open Days or find out more about the Cambridge PGCE, visit our website at https://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/pgce/

Could a future in child and adolescent counselling be right for you?

In this video, a former student shares their experience of the Introduction to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling course, discussing what they found most valuable and offering an insight into what you can expect as a participant.

Our Introduction to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling course is a six-week programme designed for people who want to learn more about working therapeutically with children and young people.

Whether you're considering a career change, exploring further study, or simply interested in the field, this course provides a practical introduction from experienced professionals.

📅 6-week course
🎓 Masters credits available
💷 Course fee: £1,760
⏰ Applications close 6 July

Find out more:
👉 www.educ.cam.ac.uk/counselling/

Four days until the PGCE end of year ceremony! ⁠
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Are you thinking about a career change? Considering becoming a teacher? Wanting to study a PGCE but worried about your skill set?

On the Cambridge PGCE we have students of all ages, from the newly graduated to those in their 40s and 50s. We appreciate the insight and skills you bring to the course and do all we can to facilitate your training while you take your first steps into an exciting new career. ⁠
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We are still accepting applications for Biology, Latin with Classics, Modern Languages, and Music until the end of June for September 2026 entry.⁠
⁠
Applications for all of our courses for September 2027 entry will open in October. ⁠
⁠
If you would like to sign up to one of our upcoming Open Days or find out more about the Cambridge PGCE, visit our website at https://www.educ.cam.ac.uk/courses/pgce/