Degree - teaching

Hey,
Just wanted to ask for some advice as I'm applying to university later this year.
I've always had a passion for teaching and would ideally want to go into teaching sixth form / secondary maths. However, I don't want to do a maths degree specifically.
On the other hand, I've been looking into midwifery as a second option.
I was wondering if I did a midwifery degree and changed my mind, would I still be able to go into teaching maths and get my PGCE secondary or not?

Thankyou

Reply 1

LJMUStudentReps

Official Rep

Hi @theatrical-arche

Great to hear you’re thinking ahead about your options. In general, it may depend slightly on the university, but I don’t see any reason why you couldn’t do a midwifery degree and then apply for a PGCE in Secondary Maths. For example, at LJMU, the PGCE requires a good degree (2.2 minimum), but is not subject specific. You’re assessed on the following:

Ability:

•

Depth of relevant subject knowledge

•

Potential to work effectively at Master’s level

•

Ability to work with others in teams

•

Ability to manage people and projects

Attitude:

•

Interest and enthusiasm for your chosen subject area

•

Ability to make learning exciting and meaningful for young people

•

Commitment to supporting learners, including in socially challenging contexts

•

Enthusiasm and resilience

Location: You’d need to live within reasonable travel distance of the university and its partner schools for the duration of the course.

Selection: The process includes an individual interview, and for certain subjects, there’s a written task too.

Most other universities will have a similar setup, but you might want to check each PGCE’s specific entry requirements to be sure.

Hope that helps 🙂

Megan (LJMU Postgraduate Student Rep)