Training to teach design and technology (D&T)

As a D&T teacher, you’ll nurture pupils’ creativity and teach them the skills to not only come up with brilliant ideas, but to turn them into a reality. By doing so, you’ll be teaching a subject that complements their wider learning and brings it to life in practical terms – from maths and science to computing and art.

The benefits

a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan to cover tuition fees and help with living costs, this is irrespective of receiving these loans during your undergraduate degree 

extra financial support if you're a parent or have a disability, which doesn't need to be paid back 

when you register with us, you’ll receive practical advice and guidance from our team of experienced teachers via our free Teacher Training Adviser service  

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Once you qualify, you’ll start on a salary of at least £25,714, or £32,157 in inner London. As your career progresses, so will your salary – more information on teachers' pay ranges can be found on the teachers' salary page.

Enhance your subject knowledge

If you don’t have a D&T degree, or need to refresh your knowledge, you could complete a fully funded subject knowledge enhancement (SKE) course before you start your training.

Step-by-step checklist

The key to a successful application is effective preparation. This short summary will give you an idea of the things you can do to get prepared before you apply. If you’re ready to apply, there are also some handy steps to take before submitting your application.

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Upcoming events

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Train to Teach Blackpool virtual event

28 January 2021 - 17:00

Blackpool

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Blackpool, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach London virtual event

30 January 2021 - 10:00

London

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in London, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Bath virtual event

02 February 2021 - 17:00

Bath

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Bath, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.

Train to Teach Nottingham virtual event

03 February 2021 - 17:00

Nottingham

This event, for anyone interested in training to teach in Nottingham, will give you the chance to ask experts about your teacher training options and what it’s like to teach.