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Secondary teacher training · September 2027

Your subject.
Their future.

Turn your subject knowledge into classroom practice, with school experience, professional learning and specialist support.

A secondary teacher sharing ideas with pupils in a classroom

Bring your subject to life.

Learning to teach means developing ways to explain ideas, check understanding and help pupils move forward. Our Secondary programme connects subject-focused learning with practical experience in schools.

Contrasting placements, mentor conversations and shared training help you develop your knowledge, skills and professional practice. Ask the team about the age range and current course information for your chosen subject.

Explore your subject

These subjects appear in HFC’s current course information. Ask the team to confirm September 2027 availability and course codes for your chosen route.

Art and design
Biology
Business studies
Chemistry
Computing
Design and technology
Drama
English
Geography
History
Mathematics
Modern Languages: French and Spanish
Modern Languages: Spanish
Music
Physics
Religious education

Learning and assessment

The programme brings together professional learning, school placements and Intensive Training and Practice experiences. Assessment includes your developing classroom practice and academic work through Liverpool Hope University.

On successful completion, you gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

Planning your training year

Ask about the training timetable, placement travel and financial commitments. Subject-specific funding may be available, depending on the entry year, route and your eligibility.