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PGCE Secondary

Key dates
Fees & Enrolment
Induction
Timetable
Finance
Student Support
What to expect

Welcome to PGCE Secondary at Birmingham Newman University.

We are delighted you have chosen to study with us.

Key dates

Teaching starts

  • Tuesday 1 September 2026

Induction day(s)

  • Tuesday 1 September (10am)
  • Thursday 3 September (9am)

More Induction & Timetable information below

Fees & Enrolment

Paying your student fees
Enrolment

Induction

Pre-induction

TBC

Induction day(s)

Tuesday 1 September (10am)

All PGCE Secondary subjects

  • 10:00 – 12:00 in room ST111, and
  • 13:00-15:00 in room ST111

IMPORTANT: Please bring your photo ID with you on this date to complete enrolment.

Thursday 3 September (9am to 12pm)

Room will be dependent on which tutor group you are allocated to:

  • Tutor Group 1  – Room DA101
  • Tutor Group 2 – Room MC002
  • Tutor Group 3 – Room CH004
  • Tutor Group 4 – Room DA020
  • Tutor Group 5 – Room DW111
  • Tutor Group 6 – Room DA022
  • Tutor Group 7 – Room EL116
  • Tutor Group 8 – Room JU011
  • Tutor Group 9 – Room ED101

(and) 1pm to 4pm

Room will be dependent on subject:

  • Art – Room DW011
  • R.E. – Room DW011
  • History – Room DW011
  • Geography – Room DW011
  • English – Room DA006
  • Drama – Room DA006
  • Computer Science – Room MC015
  • Mathematics – Room DA022
  • MFL – Room DW112
  • Science subjects – Rooms CH102/DA101
  • Sports – Rooms ED101 and Sports Hall

Timetable

Timetable

The course starts on 1 September.

Teacher training courses are a full-time commitment. When you are on placement you will be expected to attend all day Monday to Friday.

For on campus activities students are split into groups at enrolment. For some activities these will be subject specific groups, others will be mixed subjects. Required attendance will be Monday to Friday 9.00 – 17.00

Full details of your individual academic timetable, including Semester 2 timetable which may differ, will be available via your university email calendar after you have completed the pre-arrival task online and set up your student login.

Module delivery

TBC

Teaching team

TBC

Student Support

Access services and support throughout your degree.

At Birmingham Newman, you’re never alone. We’re here to support you at every stage, whether it’s academic guidance, wellbeing support, or career advice.

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Here are some of the ways we can help:

Academic Support >

Help with assignments and study skills

Wellbeing Services >

Mental health support, counselling, and wellbeing

Career Services >

CV advice, placements, and future career planning

Student Finance >

Guidance on tuition fees, funding, and budgeting

Disability Support >

Tailored support and adjustments for your needs

International >

Help with visas and cultural adjustments

Chaplaincy >

Find support, guidance and a listening ear from our Chaplaincy team

Library >

Study smarter with expert support, resources and flexible spaces in our library

IT Services >

Quickly resolve issues and stay connected with expert help from IT Services

If you’re unsure where to start or what support you need, just ask – we’re happy to help.

Student Success

Student Handbook

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OurNewman App

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  • Find support services and keep up to date with campus events
  • Receive personalised notifications about your course, timetable, and deadlines
  • Access to your files, emails, and course resources
Find out more

Newman Students’ Union

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Disability & Inclusion, Money Advice

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HeadStart

HeadStart is a series of interactive workshops designed to help you feel confident, prepared and connected as you begin your university journey.

Covering everything from digital skills, Moodle and AI, to study techniques, library support, wellbeing, money advice and careers, the programme provides practical guidance to help you succeed both academically and personally.

By taking part, you’ll build essential skills, discover the support available to you, and make a positive start to life at university.

Book Your HeadStart slot

HeadStart schedule

Monday 7 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Monday 7 September (10am to 11am)
– eLearning – Digital for your Studies
– On campus – ST002
Monday 7 September (11am – to 12pm)
– Student Engagement – How to manage your first four weeks
– On campus – ST002
Monday 7 September (1pm to 2pm)
– Learning Development – Study and Writing at University level
– On campus – HI104
Tuesday 8 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Tuesday 8 September (10am to 11am)
– Digital and Your Studies (Online)
Tuesday 8 September (11am to 12pm)
– I’ve never used a library before!: What to expect in Newman Library (Online)
Wednesday 9 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Wednesday 9 September (11am)
– Library – “I’ve never used a library before!”: What to expect in Newman Library
– On campus – ST002
Wednesday 9 September (12pm)
– Careers – Unlock your Future: Strengths, Options and Careers Service Intro
– On campus – ST002
Wednesday 9 September (2pm)
– Meet the Students’ Union: Your Guide to Student Life – Life Beyond the Lecture Theatre
– On campus – HI104
Thursday 10 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Thursday 10 September (10am to 11am)
– AI and your learning: getting the basics right (Online)
Thursday 10 September (12pm to 1pm)
– Unlock your Future: Strengths, Options and Careers Service Intro (Online)
Thursday 10 September (1pm to 2pm)
– Learning Development: Study and Writing at University level (Online)
Thursday 10 September (2pm to 3pm)
– Sources for courses: a guide to reading expectations at University (Online)
Friday 11 September
On campus sessionsOnline sessions
Friday 11 September (10am to 11am)
– Money and Student Life (Online)
Friday 11 September (11am to 12pm)
– Managing your wellbeing (Online)
Friday 11 September (1pm)
– Student Money Advisor
– Money and Student Life
– On campus – ST002
Friday 11 September (2pm)
– Advice & Wellbeing
– Managing your wellbeing
– On campus – ST002
Friday 11 September (3pm)
– Library
– Sources for courses: a guide to reading expectations at University
– On campus – ST002

What to expect

Attendance monitoring

At Birmingham Newman University we use SEAtS Software to monitor attendance and engagement in order to support students to achieve success.

SEAtS Introduction (video)

For further detailed help on using SEAtS see our SEAtS Guidance on our University Self Service Portal (student login required).

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