Secondary Biology PGCE
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    Secondary Biology PGCE

    Staffordshire University
    Staffordshire University
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Stoke-on-Trent
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 16,750 / course
    Next IntakeSeptember 11, 2023
    Secondary Biology PGCE

    About

    Everything we do in our life involves science. Biology helps students understand the bigger picture and connects us to the world in which we live in. It develops an understanding of complex forms of humans, animals and plants a well as developing an awareness of the interaction between humanity and the world.

    Weâve designed this course to help you understand how to support KS3, KS4, and KS5 students. Youâll develop the skills you need to make sure young people understand the world in which they live in.

    Throughout your training, youâll get hands-on experience on placement and spend time on campus developing your teaching skills.

    From getting the most out of your induction, to tips on teaching your first lesson, your personal tutor will be there to support you on every step of your PGCE journey.  You will spend time exploring a variety of teaching methods in our laboratories.

    On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: PGCE Secondary Biology

    Work placements

    At Staffordshire University, we have close links with partner schools across the region.

    Weâll always aim to arrange placements within 40 minutes of where you live.

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    Our Biology PGCE takes 36 weeks to complete. This school-led course includes a one-week induction to prepare you for your placement and weekly sessions to develop your knowledge of the curriculum.

    To give you experience in the classroom, youll spend at least 120 days working in two local secondary schools as well as visiting a local primary school. But, dont worry, you wont have the pressure of teaching an entire lesson straight away.

    Your training will begin with observing a teacher and helping with group work. Then youll share the classes with the teacher and work towards teaching lessons independently.

    Alongside teaching, youll join in with day-to-day life at the school. Each school has a professional mentor to help you understand the ethos, pastoral care systems, legal and social framework, and supporting services.

    Youll also have weekly meetings with your subject or class mentor to help you prepare for teaching, review lessons, and develop your subject knowledge.

    Learning support

    Your course tutors will provide lots of support. But you can also take advantage of our Academic Skills team, who can help you with:

    • Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
    • Written English (including punctuation, grammar)
    • Academic writing (including how to reference)
    • Research skills
    • Critical thinking
    • Revision, assessment and exam skills (including time management)

    Additional support

    If you have additional needs like dyslexia or a sensory impairment, then our Student Inclusion Services are here to help make sure nothing stands in your way.

    Disciplines

    Institute of Education

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Postgraduate

    Courses requiring a 2:1 degree

    • Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 3.0

    Courses requiring a 2:2 degree

    • Bachelor degree in a relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 2.5

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 59
    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    The majority of our undergraduate bachelor degree courses require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0, with 5.5 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. However, we also accept a wide range of qualifications from around the world. The following qualifications are acceptable for most of our Bachelor degree courses.

    Career

    Careers

    With a PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), you’ll be ready to teach Biology in secondary schools across England.

    Most of our graduates secure their first teaching position while on the PGCE, with many of them securing roles within our partnership schools.

    After you’ve completed this course, you can join our Masters in Education. Your PGCE gives you Masters credits which means you’ll be fast tracked and can complete this course by the end of your second year of teaching.

    All students have access to Career Connect, our dedicated careers team.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    Be prepared

    Get ready to upload copies of the following documents as part of your application. This will enable us to assess your application and make a decision.

    • Personal statement – please see our guide to writing a personal statement.

    • Passport – photo page from a valid, in-date passport.

    • Certificates and transcripts – copies of certificates and transcripts of your academic qualifications. Please see entry requirements for your country.

    • Evidence of English Language (if applicable) - please see information on English Language requirements.

    • Previous UK visas (if applicable) - if you’ve previously studied in the UK you must declare this as it could make a difference to your offer and visa application.

    • Reference – provide a letter of support from your current or previous university (postgraduate students only).

    Secondary Biology PGCE
    Staffordshire University
    Staffordshire University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Stoke-on-Trent

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