PGCE Secondary Science (Biology) with Qualified Teacher Status

Sheffield Hallam University

Become an inspirational and inclusive secondary teacher in Biology– developing your subject knowledge, creative skills and professional experience to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). You’ll join our dynamic Sheffield Institute of Education and undertake work-related learning in the community. You'll learn about the key aspects of a teacher’s role – including theories of learning, pedagogy, assessment and behaviour management. As well as your Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Science (Biology), you’ll also gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and 60 Masters-level credits. On this course you’ll develop your professional skills by working with a trained school mentor and other expert colleagues in the school setting, as well as with experienced university tutors. You’ll be introduced to subject-specific pedagogy and skills during university sessions and school-based experience – critically engaging with research and theory. Throughout the course you’ll be encouraged to critically reflect on, and apply your theoretical knowledge and understanding in a variety of professional contexts and experiences.