PGCE in Secondary Education (Science with Biology) with recommendation for QTS at Brunel University of London

Programme overview

Brunel’s approach and common principles to Initial Teacher Education are rooted in the education of student-teachers who become ‘Learners for Life’. Our student-teachers will be critical thinkers, creative, socially responsible and adaptable. Throughout the programme you will gain, apply and refine your knowledge of teaching, pedagogy and classroom skills.

What you will study

The PGCE in Secondary Education (Science with Biology) course content will equip you with a critical understanding of the issues and theories that impact upon classroom practice in teaching, learning and assessment of 11 to 16 year olds. Compulsory modules include Education Studies I, Education Studies II, Education Studies III, PGCE Secondary Education Teachers’ Standards for Qualified Teachers Status.

Career pathways

A Brunel PGCE with recommendation for QTS is a recognised symbol of high- quality Initial Teacher Education (ITE). This is demonstrated by Brunel’s outstanding employment rates over time and feedback from Brunel alumni student teachers, our partnership schools and Ofsted inspectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our conditions of entry to the PGCE Secondary Education programme require that applicants have: An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the intended field to teach – must contain at least 50% subject content. Normally this should be a 2.2 classification or above in preparation for Masters level professional study. English language: IELTS: 7 (min 6 in all areas).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,535 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

International applicants: GBP 20,400 a year (2026/27). full-time tuition per year Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time

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