- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- University of Staffordshire postgraduate courses are usually 1 academic year duration when studying full-time and 2-3 academic years duration for part-time.
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Education
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2027
Overview
Achieve your PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status in 36 weeks You’ll spend at least 120 days working in two local secondary schools Science is everywhere in our lives. It’s also helped humans achieve more than we ever thought possible – from walking on the moon to conquering disease. That journey starts with science education, where pupils develop their curiosity and explore the world around them. Our Secondary Biology PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) will equip you with strategies to become a confident and successful science teacher across KS3 and KS4.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · Subjects: biological science with at least half of the content related to Biology |
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| GCSE | C/4 or above · Subjects: English Language, Mathematics |
| Other conditions | dbs_check · If you accept a formal offer, you’ll need to meet the Department for Education’s standards for physical and mental fitness to teach and you’ll need clearance to work with children (Enhanced DBS). |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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Most courses require IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent approved English language qualification. Some courses have higher entry criteria, so check the course-specific entry requirements.
Fees
International students: £10,050 per course
UK students: £10,050 per course
UK/Home: £10,050 per course
International: £10,050 per course
Start dates
September 2027
Application deadline
See central postgraduate application guidance: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply
Campus
- Stoke-on-Trent campus, United Kingdom
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