PGCE Secondary Economics and Business Education at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Train to teach secondary-level Economics and Business Education and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). It's a real pleasure leading the PGCE Economics and Business Education courses at The University of Manchester, working with a set of colleagues with a broad range of expertise. Teaching is the best job in the world: helping train new teachers provides a great sense of pride and inspiration especially when I visit schools and colleges, observing them teach.

What you will study

Develop the knowledge, skills and classroom experience to teach secondary Economics and Business Education. Our PGCE Secondary Economics and Business Education course prepares you to teach Economics and Business Education across the 14 to 19 age range.

Career pathways

This PGCE gives you a large amount of first-hand classroom experience which is probably the best way to set you up for your full-time role once qualified. As a cohort, we developed a strong bond with one another that has continued beyond the course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

- 2:2 honours degree or above in economics or a related subject, with a minimum of 50% content directly related to economics A total of 104 UCAS points with A Level/BTEC including B in Economics. A qualification in Busines s is beneficial. C in Economics can be considered if you have further study in Economics or can demonstrate extensive relevant experience. Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics. 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

Apply through the official page: https://www.find-postgraduate-teacher-training.service.gov.uk/course/M20/2WNF

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