Selection Process

When shortlisting applications, we look for the following:

• Well-presented and coherent application
• Suitable academic profile
• Favourable references
• Good quality supporting statement
• Subject specific criteria met

Please be aware that the selection process may differ, depending on which subject you are applying to train to teach. Please see below for further information. 

University of Roehampton

Art & Design, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design & Technology, Drama, English, Geography, History, Mathematics, Modern Languages (French and German), Modern Languages (French and Spanish), Music, Physical Education, Physics, Primary, Religious Education

Should your application be shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview with your chosen school. You will also be asked to complete an online maths and English test prior to attending your interview. Your interview will generally consist of a teaching activity, panel interview and written task.

University College London 

Business Studies, Citizenship, Psychology, Social Sciences

Should your application be shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview with your chosen school. You will also be asked to complete an online maths and English test prior to attending your interview. Your interview will generally consist of a teaching activity, panel interview and written task.

Should you be successful at this stage, you will be invited to attend a second interview with University College London.

St Mary’s University

Physical Education

Should you meet the academic entry requirements for the course, you will be invited to attend an interview with St Mary’s University.

Should you be successful at this stage, you will be invited to attend a second interview with your chosen school. You will also be asked to complete an online maths and English test prior to attending this interview. This interview will generally consist of a teaching activity, panel interview and written task.