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PGCE Secondary Chemistry at University of Manchester

University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Train to teach secondary-level Chemistry and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Train to teach secondary Chemistry and gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status. Prepare for a career in secondary teaching, with training that leads to a PGCE and recommendation for QTS.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Environment, Education and Development  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop the knowledge, skills and classroom experience to teach secondary Chemistry. Our PGCE Secondary Chemistry course prepares you to teach Chemistry across the 11-16 or 11-18 age range.

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Entry 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) and at least one other science or maths. We may consider grade C if you hold further study in the field such as Masters or PhD. Experience: We recommend that you spend at least two days observing secondary school or sixth form teaching prior to attending an interview. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing, no sub-section below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,900 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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