Learn how to teach young people computing and digital skills through a series of practical seminars, workshops, and microteaching activities, as well as independent and group research. Your studies will benefit from a purpose-built IT suite with an extensive range of online and physical computing resources. Examine a range of pedagogical approaches to computing teaching and learning, with a focus on programming, cybersecurity and networking, complemented by guest speakers from schools and industry.

Informed by current initiatives in computer science and digital technologies, including active participation in National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE), Computing At School (CAS) and British Computer Society (BCS) projects.

Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK, in a subject that is related to the subject you intend to teach. Additionally, grade C (or 4) in GCSE maths and English (plus science for Primary trainees). You will also need to undertake a criminal record and occupational health check.