Overview

Training in the Secondary - Religious Education programme from University of Worcester

Equip young people with the skills and knowledge needed to help them explore life’s deepest questions, as they develop their independence and work out how to live a good life

Be taught by an enthusiastic, experienced and inspiring tutor who will individually support each trainee.

Work in an excellent RE department supported by teachers passionate about RE and teaching.

Experience the collaborative spirit of the course: share your emerging ideas and work together to develop strategies and resources.

Work in partnership with schools covering a wide geographical area and place you in the most appropriate school for your training requirements.

We have an excellent relationship with the local faith community so work in close partnership with the Mosque, Cathedral, Buddhist temple, Synagogue and more. We visit places of worship to enhance subject knowledge and learn how to organise school visits.

You are kept up to date on current issues within religious education via relevant research, pedagogical methods and government policy. Use of social media is encouraged in order to keep abreast of debates within the RE community.

As a trainee RE teacher you will be immediately welcomed as a member of the of the Worcestershire RE Hub. This group of RE teachers meets termly to share best practice, receive CPD and discuss current issues affecting classroom teachers.

Where could it take you?

Great employment prospects

Prepare for leadership and your Masters with 60 credits and a strong research foundation

Many University of Worcester trainees gain promotion within the first few years of teaching

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understand and apply theory and research on how children learn and develop.

Explore a range of teaching styles and ways to organise a classroom.

Discover how to promote progress through observing, planning, teaching and assessing learning.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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More details

You can apply for postgraduate taught courses any time, but preferably before the start of the academic year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Worcester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Secondary Education View 104 other Masters in Theology and Religious Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

86

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Other requirements

General requirements

Honours degree normally (2:2) or higher from a United Kingdom higher education institution or equivalent qualification, in a relevant subject area. Applicants with a 3rd class degree will be considered on an individual basis.
All entrants have achieved a standard equivalent to a grade 4 (formerly grade C) in the GCSE examinations in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics (applicants must have these qualifications by the start of the course). Alternatively, we offer an equivalency test if you don’t have the required GCSE grade to apply for our courses. Trainees who begin courses before providing evidence of the required GCSE standard (or equivalent) will not be eligible for financial incentives, such as bursaries or grants until they achieve the required standard.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17900 GBP / year

≈ 17900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Worcester

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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