About this course
University of Sussex offers Secondary Design Technology PGCE as a 10-month postgraduate Graduate Certificate programme in Engineering. Based in Brighton, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £15,416 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7 overall. The next intake is August, 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
You should normally have a lower second-class (2.2) undergraduate honours degree or above. You will need: a strong knowledge and understanding of Design and Technology, and a sound awareness of how the subject is currently taught within Secondary state schools; an undergraduate degree in a design-related subject and a high level of confidence in one or more of the following areas of Design Technology, Product Design, Food Technology, Electronic Engineering, Graphics, Engineering, 3D Design, Textiles. Other related degrees and professional experience may be considered if a Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) course is undertaken before starting the teacher training course; Your qualification must be from an approved Higher Education institution or validating body; GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C (or equivalent). You must provide evidence of these qualifications at interview.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸August, 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
