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Postgraduate Certificate Secondary Education (QTS) - Science: Physics

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    36 Weeks

Course summary

Course overview Start your teaching journey with our specialist programme. Receive expert education and support to inspire young minds in the 11-18 age range, through close partnerships with schools. Our PGCE Physics (QTS) programme is designed to challenge you to make informed and justified decisions about your teaching approach, laying the foundation for ongoing professional development. Upon successful completion of the course, you will also have the opportunity to return for part-time study and complete a Master’s in Teaching Studies with us. Course highlights We excel in teacher education by combining theoretical knowledge and practical experience in our PGCE Physics programme, leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). This course offers 80 credits towards further study, allowing graduates to pursue a Master's degree such as the MA in Teaching Studies. The integration of academic rigour and hands-on practice, along with the opportunity for advanced qualifications, makes us a leader in teacher education.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 780week

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    14th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Education

    14th out of 91 6

    6th out of 48 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    147 65%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    43rd

    24

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    59th

    30

  • Entry standards

    / Max 224
    186 83%

    13th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    90.0 90%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    30th

    4

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