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  Secondary Science with Biology PGCE with QTS


University of Huddersfield    School of Education and Professional Development

Full time September PGCE 1 year full-time
Biological Sciences (4) Education (11)

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Are you passionate about biology and want to inspire the next generation of scientists? Look no further than our Secondary Science with Biology PGCE with QTS programme. This one-year postgraduate certificate is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel as a secondary school biology teacher. With a strong emphasis on practical engagement and hands-on classroom experience, you'll develop your subject specialist knowledge while also exploring innovative teaching methods. Our partnership schools provide valuable placement opportunities, allowing you to observe experienced teachers and receive mentoring to support your development. Upon completion, you'll be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), ready to embark on a fulfilling teaching career.

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If you’ve got an undergraduate degree and are striving to become a secondary school Biology teacher, then studying our Secondary Science with Biology PGCE with QTS will help you on your way. You’ll develop your subject specialist knowledge alongside hands-on classroom experience.

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Entry Requirements

An Honours degree in Science (2:2 or above).
Two Science A levels at a minimum of grade C (or equivalent), with one subject being Biology.
GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above (or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme) or equivalent.
If your first language is not English, you will need IELTS 7.0 overall, with no element less than 6.5.
If all or part of your qualifications are from outside the UK, we’ll need a UK ENIC statement of comparability.


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Scholarships

The Department for Education provides financial support for trainee teachers on some secondary subjects, either as a bursary or scholarship.

The eligibility requirements for financial support vary depending on your individual circumstances and the amount you can expect to receive will depend on the subject you choose to teach and your degree classification and relevant academic qualifications. If your degree isn’t in the subject you wish to teach, you may be eligible for a funded course to increase your subject knowledge before starting your training.

You can find more information about available training bursaries on the Department for Education’s website

Eligibility

The eligibility requirements for financial support vary depending on your individual circumstances and the amount you can expect to receive will depend on the subject you choose to teach and your degree classification and relevant academic qualifications. If your degree isn’t in the subject you wish to teach, you may be eligible for a funded course to increase your subject knowledge before starting your training.

You can find more information about available training bursaries on the Department for Education’s website

Application Procedure

You can find more information about available training bursaries on the Department for Education’s website


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