Routes into Teaching
At Birmingham Newman University, we are dedicated to equipping you with the skills and reflective practices needed to excel as an educator.
Our education courses focus on understanding the diverse educational needs of all age groups and developing innovative teaching methods to enhance learning.
For over 50 years, Birmingham Newman has been at the forefront of teacher training, producing more than 14,000 qualified teachers who have made significant contributions to their communities and positively impacted the lives of countless children.
The Faculty of Education is renowned throughout the Midlands and beyond. Whether you choose to train as a teacher or pursue one of our broader education courses, our rich heritage and expertise will prepare you for a successful career. We look forward to welcoming you to one of our education programs soon.
Primary teaching is a creative and rewarding career – no two days are the same. You’ll need strong communication skills and the flexibility to plan engaging lessons that inspire young learners.
Secondary teaching is your chance to inspire, challenge and guide young people as they prepare for their future.
Thinking about teaching? Complete a PGCE after one of our Education degrees and you could become a qualified teacher.
Primary Teacher Training courses
Primary Education 3-11 (with QTS) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X320
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 3 years
Primary Education 3-11 (with QTS with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X30F
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 4 years
PGCE Primary (3-11) with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Part-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Primary Physical Education (3-11) with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Primary (3-11) with QTS
- Start date:
- Various
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
Primary Education (3-11) (with QTS – FD Progression) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- Various
- UCAS Code:
- 1X2P
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
Meet our team
Gareth Pritchard
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer, Primary Education
- Department:
- Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Kevin McLaughlin
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Primary ITE
- Department:
- Education, Childhood & Professional Studies, Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Scott Porter
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Secondary ITE, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Chemistry
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Steve Patrick
- Role:
- Programme Leader – Primary Undergraduate Initial Teacher Training & Education
- Department:
- Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
John Keenan
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer PGCE Secondary, Subject Knowledge Enhancement English
- Department:
- Education, Childhood & Professional Studies, Research Degree Supervisor (Director of Studies), Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Sharon Holness
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Secondary Science ITE, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Biology
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Benedict Hart
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in ITE Secondary
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Elizabeth Plummer
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Sport and Health
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Sohail Khan
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Primary ITE
- Department:
- Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Beth Magner
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Primary ITE and PGCE Primary Programme Assistant Lead (School Direct)
- Department:
- Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Claire Owen
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Primary Initial Teacher Education and PGCE Primary Programme Leader (School Direct)
- Department:
- Primary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Lisa Vickerage
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Religious Education, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Religious Education
- Department:
- Research Degree Advisor, Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Secondary Teacher Training courses
Secondary Education Mathematics 11-16 with Post 16 enhancement (with QTS) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X13G
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 3 years
Secondary Education Physical Education 11-16 with Post 16 enhancement (with QTS) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X13C
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 3 years
Secondary Education English 11-16 with Post 16 enhancement (with QTS) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X13Q
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 3 years
Secondary Education Humanities (History, Geography and RE) 11-16 with Post 16 enhancement (with for QTS) BA (Hons)
- Start date:
- September 2026
- UCAS Code:
- X13H
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 3 years
PGCE Secondary Physical Education with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Physics with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Religious Education with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Art & Design with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Biology with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Chemistry with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Computing with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
PGCE Secondary Drama with QTS
- Start date:
- September 2026
- Study Mode:
- Full-time
- Length:
- 1 years
Meet our team
Scott Porter
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Secondary ITE, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Chemistry
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
John Keenan
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer PGCE Secondary, Subject Knowledge Enhancement English
- Department:
- Education, Childhood & Professional Studies, Research Degree Supervisor (Director of Studies), Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Sharon Holness
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Secondary Science ITE, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Biology
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Benedict Hart
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in ITE Secondary
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Elizabeth Plummer
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Sport and Health
- Department:
- Secondary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Lisa Vickerage
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Religious Education, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Religious Education
- Department:
- Research Degree Advisor, Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Upkar Singh
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer PGCE Secondary, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Maths
- Department:
- Education, Childhood & Professional Studies, Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training
Miranda Barker
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Education & SEND EMPP
- Department:
- Education, Childhood & Professional Studies, Secondary Teacher Training, Teacher Training
Alethe Bailey
- Role:
- Senior Lecturer in Computing, Subject Knowledge Enhancement Computing
- Department:
- Computer Science, Secondary Teacher Training, Subject Knowledge Enhancement, Teacher Training