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Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Secondary (with Qualified Teacher Status QTS)

Newcastle University

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  • Qualification

    PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    10 months

Course summary

The Secondary PGCE gives an introduction to teaching. It provides the knowledge needed to teach secondary-age children. This includes post-sixteen enhancement.

Overview

The Secondary PGCE forms a practical introduction to teaching. You'll develop the professional expertise, knowledge and understanding to teach secondary-age children. You will also gain experience teaching at the post-16 level.

We offer the following Secondary PGCE courses:

  • English
  • Geography
  • Mathematics
  • French
  • French with German
  • French with Spanish
  • German with French
  • Spanish
  • Spanish with French
  • Spanish with German
  • Secondary Science with Biology Specialism
  • Secondary Science with Chemistry Specialism
  • Secondary Science with Physics Specialism

What you'll learn

During the PGCE you will undertake 60 credits of master's-level modules. The course modules take place in school and classroom practice. They work to complement your experiences - enhancing outcomes and your professional development.

During your training at Newcastle University you will:

  • develop the core knowledge, skills and understanding expected of Early Career Teachers (ECTs)
  • extend your awareness of effective teaching in your subject area. You'll do this through subject-based/curriculum studies

The course emphasis is on enhancing the learning and welfare of young people. The research interests of our staff support these key interests.

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 7RU, England

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Newcastle University is a global leader in ageing and health, data, cities and place, one planet, culture and creative arts.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    23rd out of 91 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    133 60%

    49th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    23rd

    17

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    24th

    39

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