Secondary Biology PGCE

Online University of East London School of Education and Communities

Full time September PGCE See programme description

FindAMasters summary

The Secondary Biology PGCE programme at the University of East London is the perfect pathway to becoming a qualified biology teacher in secondary schools across England and Wales. With a strong emphasis on subject knowledge development, you will learn how to bring biology to life through engaging and diverse lessons. The programme offers a collaborative learning environment, equipped with specialist laboratories and outdoor education training. You will also gain valuable teaching experience through two long placements in different schools. Graduates from this programme have a head start in securing teaching positions in east London schools. Take the first step towards an exciting career in biology education!

About the course

This course leads to the award of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for the 11-to-16 age range, which qualifies you to be a teacher in secondary schools in England and Wales. Where possible, we also give you the chance to gain experience in the 11-to-18 age range.

Biology is the most popular science choice at A level. In addition to being a key component of Science in the National Curriculum, it is also offered as a separate GCSE option in many schools. It is the third-most studied A level subject overall, so there’s always a need for great biology teachers.

Entry Requirements

Minimum 2.2 Honours degree or above in the subject area applicant plans to teach.

All applicants MUST have GCSE English and Maths grade A*-C.

Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of East London

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