PGCE Primary 5-11 with Lead Programme Partners / Overview

Year of entry: 2027

Degree awarded
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)
Duration
1 year

Full entry requirements

How to apply

Apply through the government website

All applications for our PGCE with QTS via our Lead Programme Partners are processed through DfE Apply. To find these partners and further details of what they are offering, and to apply, please go to DfE Find, put in the subject (Primary, Spanish etc), click 'search by provider' and put in ‘The University of Manchester’ - then Search.

We will review your application together with the lead school that you have selected. If your application is successful, the lead school will invite you to an interview.

Note: international applicants should apply through PGCE Core only by selecting 'University of Manchester' as your training provider. The Lead Programme Partner route is not open to international applicants.

For more information, please visit here .

Sustainable Development Goals

Find out how this course aligns to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including learning which relates to:

  • Goal 4: Quality education

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Course overview

Prepare for a career in primary teaching with a Lead Programme Partner (LPP) alliance, combining university-based learning with school-led learning and placements organised by your LPP alliance.

  • Train to teach children aged 5 to 11 and gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.
  • Put your learning into practice through varied and meaningful school experiences, organised by your Lead Programme Partner alliance.
  • Build classroom confidence as you apply your learning during school placement, with support from expert mentors
  • Learn at a university ranked in the UK top ten for Education in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

Our students. Real experiences. Visit the Students Stories page to hear from our students as they share what it’s really like to study here.

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PGCE at The University of Manchester

Open days

Our Lead Programme Partners hold regular tours.

The University holds regular events throughout the year, including webinars and the annual on-campus PGT Expo, all of which offer the opportunity to find out more about our facilities and courses from our academic and admissions staff.

We also attend a number of education fairs both in the UK and overseas throughout the year.

For more details on how you can meet us, visit our events page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/meet-us/ .

Policy on additional costs

All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme. Any unavoidable additional compulsory costs totalling more than 1% of the annual home undergraduate fee per annum, regardless of whether the programme in question is undergraduate or postgraduate taught, will be made clear to you at the point of application. Further information can be found in the University's Policy on additional costs incurred by students on undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes (PDF document, 91KB).

Scholarships/sponsorships

There are three types of Government funding available for teacher training

  • tax-free bursary or scholarship;
  • tuition fee loan and maintenance loan;
  • extra financial support if you’re a parent, have an adult dependant or have a disability.

Depending on your circumstances you may be able to access more than one type of support. Learn more on the Department for Education website .

You can also find out about scholarships and bursaries on our funding page .

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.

Led by our innovative research, our teaching ensures that all our graduates are empowered, inspired and equipped to address the key socio-political and environmental challenges facing the world.

To illustrate how our teaching will empower you as a change maker, we've highlighted the key SDGs that our courses address.

  • Goal 4: Quality education

    Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all

Contact details

School/Faculty
School of Environment, Education and Development
Contact name
Recruitment and Admissions Team
Telephone
0161 543 4710
Email
Website
http://www.seed.manchester.ac.uk/subjects/education/pgce/
School/Faculty overview

See: The School .

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Regulated by the Office for Students

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You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at The University of Manchester, including our Degree Regulations and Complaints Procedure, on our regulations website.