PGCE Secondary Business Studies with QTS (14-19) at Edge Hill University

Programme overview

If you’re passionate about business, finance, or economics and want to inspire the next generation, our PGCE Secondary Business at Edge Hill University is the ideal route into teaching. Whether you’re a recent graduate or considering a career change, this programme will equip you with the skills, confidence, and professional expertise to thrive as a business studies teacher in secondary schools. You’ll learn how to bring complex business concepts to life through creative, inclusive, and practical lessons that connect the classroom to the real world, from entrepreneurship and ethical decision-making to financial literacy.

What you will study

This course consists of three, key elements. The first is academic study at Masters level. You’ll get to grips with key, research-based theories of learning and curriculum design and develop your ability to critique them. Compulsory modules include Evidence Informed Practice (Secondary Business Studies); ITE Curriculum and Practice (Secondary).

Career pathways

This PGCE is accredited by the Department for Education. Successful completion of the programme will enable you to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Example offer: 2:2 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant subject. To join this PGCE, you will be expected to have: A degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honours (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject. GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification) Satisfactory levels of information and communications technology competence A commitment to, and understanding of, secondary education, demonstrating the personal attributes, values and motivation required to train as a teacher. Please note, for the purposes of initial teacher training, level 2 literacy and numeracy qualifications are not considered as equivalent to GCSE Grade C or Grade 4 in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. An interview forms part of the selection process, which can be conducted online or face to face. If you accept a formal offer from Edge Hill University you will be required to meet the Department for Education’s standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and clearance to work with children.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK Full-Time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 for the whole programme (2026/27). International tuition fee for the whole course Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/course/secondary-business-studies-with-qts-14-19/

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