
Secondary Teaching leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) PGCE: Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Kingston UniversityKingston Hill, United Kingdom
Course overview
Learn to inspire the next generation with a passion for science Are you passionate about developing pupils' enthusiasm and understanding of Science? Kingston University's PGCE Science course is the perfect platform for you to kickstart your teaching career. Throughout our Science PGCE course, you will immerse yourself in topics such as genetics and interdependence, chemical kinetics and organic chemistry, and mechanics and energy.
All while gaining an understanding of the curriculum requirements for teaching Biology, Physics or Chemistry to 11-16 year-olds, including GCSEs. As You will expand your expertise and boost your career prospects. You will develop your ability to teach topical and complex conceptual issues with confidence.
This understanding will be enhanced by visits to the Science and Natural History Museums. You will also work with organisations like the Association for Science Education (ASE), the Institute of Biology, the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Institute of Physics. You will be trained by leading practitioners in the area who will support your emergence as a highly effective, research-engaged teacher.
Indeed, many of our staff are research active. This ensures they are in touch with the latest thinking and bring best practice to your studies. You will have the chance to put your learning into practice at Kingston University's partnership schools.
These schools, alongside the University, will provide the personalised support you need to achieve your best and go on to a successful and fulfilling career in secondary education. The rest of the time will be spent being taught by highly experienced professionals who will support your emergence as a highly effective, research-engaged teacher. The Department of Education provides the latest in classroom technology to ensure you embark on your work experience with the utmost confidence.
We also have a number of teaching rooms set up to replicate classrooms. Each classroom is subject based. For exam
Key highlights
- Leads to Qualified Teacher Status for teaching science to 11-16 year-olds
- Subject topics include genetics, chemical kinetics, organic chemistry and mechanics
- Visits to the Science and Natural History Museums enrich learning
- Links with the ASE, Royal Society of Chemistry and Institute of Physics
- School placements in partnership schools with personalised support
- Subject-based teaching rooms replicate real classrooms with latest technology
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related subject; or above; 50%
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- Additional condition: interview — Additional requirements for Science Secondary Teaching PGCE Open If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an online interview via Microsoft Teams.
- Additional condition: dbs_check — All candidates who are offered a place will be required to have a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) criminal records check, in Child Workforce.
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.
Up to 10% of feesChelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award
The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.
Up to £2,500Chevening Scholarships
Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.
International Merit-Based scholarships
The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.
Up to £5,000Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship
The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.
Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.
The Kingston Impact Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.
Up to £5,000The Kingston MBA Scholarship
Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.
Up to £5,000
Careers this course leads to
- Secondary science teacher
- Biology teacher
- Chemistry teacher
- Physics teacher
- Head of science department
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,200 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Kingston University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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