Manchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PGCE Secondary School Direct Science - Chemistry (11-16 or 11-18) in Manchester United Kingdom | The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester
|
Manchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,000
(c. USD29,395.74)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The PGCE Secondary School Direct Science: Chemistry program (ages 11-16 or 11-18) equips you with both hands-on training and theoretical foundations to excel as a Chemistry educator. Unlike traditional teacher training routes, this School Direct pathway offers extended school placement opportunities prior to the PGCE commencement and features a tailored curriculum. The program primarily concentrates on the 11-16 age bracket to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), covering National Curriculum instruction and examination frameworks including GCSE, AS and A2 levels. Most of the course emphasizes developing practical teaching skills through extensive classroom experience, including placements in Primary schools and multiple Secondary institutions. You'll complete 25 weeks of school-based training across various educational settings. This experiential learning is complemented by studying contemporary educational theories, concepts, and emerging trends in pedagogy. Our partnership with Greater Manchester schools provides diverse School Direct teaching opportunities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum 2:2 honours degree in a science-related subject with at least half of the content strongly related to chemistry (if you are unsure, please contact us to discuss your qualifications). Grade B in chemistry at A-level (or equivalent), or grade C if you can demonstrate sustained academic progression since A-level, and at least one other science or maths A-level. Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics. In addition to a grade of C at GCSE in English Language, applicants whose first language is not English are required to meet the following language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing, no sub-section below 6.0, or TOEFL iBT overall score of 90 with a minimum score of 22 in writing and 20 in the other sub-sections, or Pearson PTE overall score of 62 with a minimum score of 62 in writing and 55 in the other sub-sections, or Cambridge CAE grade A or Cambridge CPE grade C (please note that the Cambridge First Certificate in English is not acceptable).
Tuition
GBP
22,000