Secondary PGCE with QTS (11-19) (Provider-led) (Science with Chemistry)

University of Greenwich

United Kingdom, London

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University of Greenwich

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Avery Hill Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,975 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Secondary PGCE with QTS (11-19) (Provider-led) (Science with Chemistry)

About

Want to be a secondary school chemistry teacher? Train at Greenwich in secondary level PGCE, Science with Chemistry.

If you’re passionate about chemistry and want to spark that same curiosity in young minds, our PGCE Science with Chemistry will turn your enthusiasm for science into a rewarding teaching career.

This inspiring course combines academic excellence with real classroom experience, preparing you to teach science at the secondary level (Key Stages 3 and 4), specialising in Chemistry. You’ll learn how to make abstract concepts come alive through engaging experiments and demonstrations, and plan interactive lessons that help students relate chemistry to everyday life.

Our experienced tutors and dedicated school mentors will develop both your subject expertise and pedagogical skills through lectures, workshops, and school placements. You’ll explore key areas such as curriculum design, assessment, adaptive teaching, and inclusive education, while gaining practical experience in local schools that will build your confidence in the classroom.

Our close partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) enriches your training with specialist workshops, hands-on laboratory activities, and access to cutting-edge teaching resources.

“Trainees are given ample opportunity to put their learning into practice through the ongoing school-based element of their course. This ensures that trainee teachers make a highly confident start to their careers in teaching.” - Ofsted, 2023

By the end of the programme, you’ll qualify with both Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE, fully equipped to inspire the next generation of scientists and make a real impact in secondary education.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic entry requirements

For entry to our Master's programmes, you will need to have met the following:

Bachelors Degree with 60% or GPA 2.5/4 for UK 2:2 and GPA 3/4 for UK 2:1

For some courses, you will need to have studied relevant subjects at university to be eligible. Our admissions team will determine this once you apply.

English Program Requirements

Language entry requirements

For details on English language requirements, please see our English Language Requirement page.

Pre-sessional English programmes are only available to students that have completed a UKVI IELTS. Please visit our Pre-sessional English course page for more information.

Career

Careers and placements

Will I have a work placement?

You will spend a minimum of 24 weeks in two secondary schools, with intensive training placements for an additional four weeks where you will focus on core elements of practice. This will be an integral part of your study and provides the context in which you can develop your professional skills, knowledge and understanding.

There will also be further opportunities to engage in school-based training in a range of specialist schools and educational contexts.

What sort of careers do graduates pursue?

Graduates are equipped for careers working in secondary schools and other educational settings.

Employment rates are outstanding and have consistently been well above national and London averages year-on-year.

Do you provide employability services?

Our services are designed to help you achieve your potential and support your transition towards a rewarding graduate career.

The Employability and Careers Service provides support when you are preparing to apply for placements and graduate roles. It includes CV clinics, mock interviews, and employability skills workshops.

Each School also has its own Employability Officer, who works closely with the industry and will provide specific opportunities relevant to your own course.

We hold an Employability Fair which is attended by Partnership schools.

More about Careers.