Apply for a DfE-funded SKE course
Use this application form to apply for a DfE-funded SKE course.
Important update
We are not currently accepting 24 or 28-week DfE-funded applications for any subject.
You can submit DfE-funded applications for other course lengths, but you cannot start until April 2026.
We are still accepting self-funded applications of any course length.
| Course length | Latest start to ensure completion of SKE prior to September 1 when most ITT courses start | Application to be received by |
|---|---|---|
| 20 weeks | 14 April 2026 | 7 April 2026 |
| 16 weeks | 12 May 2026 | 5 May 2026 |
| 12 weeks | 9 June 2026 | 2 June 2026 |
| 8 weeks | 7 July 2026 | 30 June 2026 |