School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) programmes are designed and delivered by groups of neighbouring schools and colleges and generally take one year. Trainees are based in one school from the consortium (the “lead school”) and also complete teaching practice at other schools within the group. All SCITT courses lead to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and many also award a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).

Entry requirements:

• UK Bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent. If your degree is from another country, check whether it is recognised with the training provider or UK NARIC.
• GCSE (grade A* - C) in English and Maths or recognised equivalents. If your qualifications are from another country, check whether they are recognised with the training provider or UK NARIC.

Funding:

• Students from the European Union (EU) may be charged tuition fees of up to £3,225 per year.
• Students from outside the EU may be charged tuition fees of up to £11,000 per year.
• EU students may be entitled to a tax-free training bursary of £6,000 per year.
• EU students may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees.
• You may be eligible for a taxable £2,500 financial incentive (“Golden Hello”) when you begin your second full year of teaching after completing your NQT (Newly Qualified Teacher) year.
• More information on trainee finance.

How to apply:

Apply through the Graduate Teacher Training Registry or directly to the SCITT provider.