- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 1 year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Education
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
Our Chemistry PGCE initial teacher education programme blends continuous hands-on school experience with a thorough understanding of the school science curriculum. You'll learn all the latest developments in science education and be guided by dedicated and knowledgeable tutors who have extensive experience teaching science. Some of the top science teachers and senior leaders in our area will also contribute to the high-quality training you receive. Chemistry will be your PGCE specialism but you'll graduate with the skills, knowledge, and experience to teach all 3 sciences at Key Stage 3 and GCSE. You'll also be ready to teach chemistry to post-16 students in schools or colleges. You'll be awarded a PGCE and QTS once you've completed this subject-specific programme. A specialism in chemistry will enhance your employability throughout a wide range of schools and colleges in the UK. The programme covers all elements of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) set b
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · Subjects: appropriate science subject |
|---|---|
| GCSE | 4/C · Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Science |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6.5 |
|---|
IELTS: overall 7.0; reading 6.5; writing 6.5; speaking 6.5; listening 6.5
Fees
International students: £26,200 per year
UK students: £9,535 per year
UK/Home: £9,535 per year
International: £26,200 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
Application deadlines The deadline to apply for this course is early July 2026.
Campus
- Highfield and in school, Southampton, United Kingdom
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