Secondary Computing QTS Teaching Programme

The 11-18 (Secondary) QTS Programme - Computing at Bromley Schools' Collegiate prepares graduates to teach Computing in secondary schools. The programme combines structured training with two contrasting school placements, allowing trainees to apply theory in real classrooms and build professional teaching skills.

Trainees will develop the subject knowledge and pedagogical skills needed to teach core Computing topics such as programming, algorithms, cybersecurity, digital literacy, and computational thinking. The course leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with the option to also study for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

• Full-time study (September to July)
• Two school placements in contrasting secondary settings
  • Placement 1:
    September to December
  • Placement 2:
    January to July
• Ongoing mentor support and professional development

• Government Bursary: £29,000 for Computing

• £31,000 for Computing

• QTS only: £8,100
• QTS with PGCE: £9,535

Applicants must have:

• A degree with a minimum classification of 2:2 in Computing or a closely related subject
• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C / 4 or above

Candidates should also demonstrate subject knowledge, typically shown by:

• At least 50% of the undergraduate degree in Computing, OR
• A good A-level pass (grade B or above) in Computing with continued evidence of subject knowledge development

Free GCSE equivalency tests are available after an offer is made and accepted if these qualifications are not already held.

No prior school or classroom experience is required.

• Enhanced DBS (criminal records) check
• Health screening
• Professional reference checks

This is a full-time course only. Bromley Schools' Collegiate is not able to sponsor visas for this programme.