Course options
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Qualification
PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education
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Location
City Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
18-AUG-25
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
Course overview
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The PGCE programme is taught in partnership with secondary schools and colleges. It will prepare you for entry to the teaching profession through developing your expertise in teaching pupils aged 11-16, with post-16 enhancement.
The Physics subject knowledge programme aims to support and develop you to become a confident and competent educator. As a part of our distinctive and ambitious curriculum you will understand and apply knowledge of:
- Science capital
- Science in society
- Science outside the classroom
- Health and safety processes
Youll learn how to teach key concepts of physics through exploring ways in which the curriculum can be delivered. Subject sessions will take place in a laboratory classroom to encourage modelling of classroom teaching skills and active exploration and trialling of common enquiry types.
Youll look at how to decolonise the science curriculum and embed sustainability issues, while appreciating how young people develop key concepts over time, identified within statutory guidance and GCSE specifications.
Youll develop a critical understanding of how to design sequences of learning to support and encourage pupil progress. You will also be introduced to essential aspects of Biology and Chemistry, so that youre prepared to teach science across the curriculum.
There are many opportunities to observe excellent practice, working alongside teachers and pupils in a range of school settings. In addition to the focus at Key Stages 3 and 4, youll gain an insight into KS2 transition and KS5 teaching. Youll develop research-informed understanding of curriculum design and have an excellent understanding of safeguarding practice. Through careful reflection and target-setting you will be supported to become increasingly adaptive to a range of student needs.
Careers
Our vision is for all of our students to become graduate ambassadors for education, leaders of learning, outstanding teachers and subject experts.
Employment rates have been consistently high for graduates and we offer you the opportunity to gain Masters credits which count towards a full Masters degree. This can be used to take your career in secondary education to the next level at a subsequent time.
All students undertake Masters level modules in addition to other compulsory modules. If you pass all elements of the course at Masters level, the award title will carry Masters credits and QTS.
Tuition fees
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£ 17,425per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
University of Gloucestershire
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University League Table
88th
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Campus address
University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2RH, England
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Subject ranking
48th out of 91 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 224120 53%72nd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10081.0 81%33rd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.16 79%37th
