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PGCE Biology

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our PGCE Biology initial teacher education programme covers all the best elements of practical experience in school. You’ll also gain a deep understanding of the school science curriculum and of how young people learn science. The PGCE Biology programme is led by our dedicated and knowledgeable tutors, who have extensive experience teaching science in schools. Some of the best science teachers and senior leaders contribute to the high-quality training we provide.You’ll specialise in secondary biology but you’ll graduate with the knowledge, skills and experience to teach all 3 sciences at Key Stage 3 and GCSE. You’ll also be able to teach biology to post-16 students in schools or colleges.Training as a science teacher with a biology specialism, on a subject-specific programme will maximise your employability. You’ll receive a PGCE and QTS and be qualified to work in the full range of schools and colleges in the UK.Biology PGCE curriculumThe programme covers all elements of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) set by the Department for Education (DfE) for initial teacher training. The course goes much deeper into subject-specific areas and covers:the different types of knowledge in school scienceeffective sequencing across science topicshow to make explanations of abstract science concepts clear and engaginghow to incorporate socio-scientific issues (such as climate change, genetic engineering, and environmental questions) into teachinghow to use practical work effectivelyhow to make science accessible to allYou'll have the opportunity to prepare and conduct a fieldwork experience. The biology specialism also includes an introduction to post-16 teaching.

Tuition fees

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£ 26,200per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    20th out of 91 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    155 71%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    14th

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    67th

    7

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