Why choose Bath Spa?
- We have over 70 years' experience in training teachers.
- 98% of our PGCE students gain their final award.
- Benefit from connections to 670+ schools, colleges and early learning settings in the region.
- Get continual support from your Academic Tutor.
- Combine real-world experience with up-to-date research.
- We’re committed to social justice and our four core principles: creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and care.
Teacher Education events
Meet our dedicated staff and current students, learn more about routes into teaching, and get to grips with entry requirements, fees and funding at one of our Teacher Education events.
Upcoming events
- Thursday 25 January 2024 – Sion Hill, 6.30pm-8pm
- Saturday 24 February 2024 – Sion Hill, 10am-12pm
- Tuesday 26 March 2024 – Newton Park, 6.30pm-8pm
- Saturday 11 May 2024 – Sion Hill, 10am-12pm
PGCE Secondary
- Secondary Art and Design
- Secondary Biology
- Secondary Business Studies
- Secondary Chemistry
- Secondary Computing
- Secondary Design and Technology
- Secondary Drama
- Secondary English
- Secondary Geography
- Secondary History
- Secondary Mathematics
- Secondary Modern Languages
- Secondary Music
- Secondary Physical Education
- Secondary Physics
- Secondary Religious Education
PGCE Primary and Early Years
- Early Years and Intial Teacher Training (0-5)
- Primary and Early Years (3-7)
- Primary and Early Years (5-11)
- Primary and Early Years (7-11)
Other pathways
Funding your PGCE
Government grants
The UK Government offers Initial Teacher Training (ITT) funding to trainee teachers. This is administered by Bath Spa University in accordance with criteria determined by the Department for Education.
Information about ITT funding can be found here:
Additional funding
There are a wide range of funding possibilities for PGCE students, including a variety of scholarships and bursaries.
Any questions?
Get in touch by emailing us via teaching@bathspa.ac.uk