Teaching
Rated Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) for the outstanding quality of our teaching and graduate outcomes
Teaching, education and childhood studies courses
Shape the future of education with outstanding teacher training and education degree courses at Sheffield Hallam. As one of the UK’s largest providers of teacher education, we offer a wide range of courses – from early years and primary, to secondary and further education and skills. You can also specialise in teaching areas including autism, leadership, TESOL and education policy, through a postgraduate degree in education.
Why study teaching and education at Hallam?
A career in teaching and education is one of the most rewarding and impactful paths you can take. Whether you're looking to inspire the next generation, support learners with special educational needs, or influence education policy; our teaching and education courses provide the knowledge, practical skills and real-world experience to help you succeed.
Study at a leading teacher training institute
Study at the Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE), a leading hub for teacher education and research. SIoE is at the forefront of educational innovation, working with policymakers and practitioners to influence teaching and learning nationwide.
Prepare for a successful career in teaching and education
Gain the skills and confidence to become a teacher in early years, primary, secondary or further education. Our courses include Postgraduate Certificates in Education (PGCEs) and undergraduate degrees with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), both of which will allow you to start a career as a teacher.
- Become a specialist in your field through an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in education
- Learn from expert academics and experienced practitioners actively shaping the future of education
- Access outstanding career opportunities in teaching, educational psychology, leadership and curriculum development.
What's it like to study a PGCE course at Sheffield Hallam?
Why choose us?
Industry
Gain hands-on experience through our extensive network of over 600 schools, colleges and educational institutions
Outstanding
We are rated Outstanding by Ofsted for our initial teacher training courses across all age phases (March 2024)
What can you do with a degree in teaching?
A degree in teaching or education opens doors to many rewarding careers:
Education and teaching: Become a qualified teacher in early years, primary, secondary, further or higher education — or teach English as a second language (TESOL). You could also work in education consultancy, curriculum design or a leadership role in schools and universities.
Child and youth support: Work in educational psychology, emotional and behavioural support, special educational needs (SEN) or community services.
Community and public services: including roles in local government, NGOs and charities. Jobs include prison education, museum education or adult learning to support lifelong development.
Education policy and management: Develop a career in education leadership, research or government policy, shaping the future of education.
Our graduates benefit from strong employment prospects, with 1,000 new teachers trained by us each year. We produce a quarter of all newly qualified teachers in Yorkshire, and our graduates are highly sought after across the UK and beyond.
Find out more about teacher training at Sheffield Hallam.
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