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PGCE Secondary Science (Biology with Physical Education)

PGCE Secondary Science (Biology with Physical Education)

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

Subject areas

Biology Physical Education

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

You will be part of a cohort of trainees all learning to teach Science and working with a dedicated team of Science teaching experts
The course is active and participatory, placing considerable emphasis on working collaboratively with others and learning together
You will train as a science teacher specialising in teaching Key Stage 3-5 Biology with a grounding in Physics and Chemistry to teach at least Key Stage 3
You will also learn about teaching Physical Education in secondary schools
You will develop your confidence, competence and independence as a teacher with the unique Exeter Model of Initial Teacher Education which progressively increases your school-based teaching over three terms
You will join a supportive community of trainees and teachers who are passionate about education and research and will support you during your course and beyond
Achieving the PGCE provides 60 M-level credits alongside your Qualified Teacher Status.

Careers

The PGCE provides excellent grounding for a long career within education, whether you aspire to become an outstanding classroom practitioner, school leader, or specialist in a specific area of education, the opportunities are broad.

Modules

The principal aim of this module is to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the background issues and practice of the current teaching of Science and Biology in secondary schools and give you some additional understanding of the current teaching of Physical Education.? In addition, the module seeks to nurture you as a reflective and autonomous professional practitioner, able to identify strengths and areas for development in your subject knowledge and pedagogy, through evaluating current professional practice in relationship to developments in research and curriculum theory.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,700

Entry requirements

Secondary PGCE students must have an honours degree and GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or equivalent. A satisfactory medical assessment and DBS enhanced check are also requirements for entry to this programme. Selection is based on the information provided on the DfE Apply application and on performance at interview. Typically, successful applicants have a good A-level grade or equivalent in Biology and a 2:2 Honours degree or above in a relevant subject area.  Additionally, applicants may have a background in sports science/sports coaching. For applicants who need to develop their Biology subject knowledge to gain access onto a PGCE it is possible to take a Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) course. There are several options available which can be discussed at interview.