Secondary Science with Chemistry PGCE with QTS PGCE

If you’ve got an undergraduate degree and are are striving to become a secondary school Chemistry teacher, then studying our Secondary Science with Chemistry PGCE with QTS will help you on your way. You’ll develop your subject specialist knowledge alongside hands-on classroom experience. <br/><br/>Why Secondary Science with Chemistry PGCE with QTS? <br/>* The course is designed to emphasise practical engagement with the curriculum whilst developing your understanding of the theories which underpin the best models of practice. This means youll be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills youll need in the constantly changing world of secondary education. <br/><br/><br/>* A significant amount of your learning will take place whilst on placement within one of our partnership schools. You’ll benefit from being able to observe experienced teachers, gain practical hands-on experience and mentoring to help you develop into an outstanding and successful teacher. <br/><br/><br/>* Chemistry is an exciting subject to teach and there are opportunities for well qualified chemistry teachers. It is a National Curriculum core subject and is taught throughout schools. The course will enable you to explore what it means to teach chemistry and develop ways in which you teach it. You will examine the best practice of chemistry teaching and use a range of teaching strategies to challenge and inform your students. <br/><br/><br/>Professional links and accreditation: <br/>Upon successful completion of the programme we recommend Qualified Teaching Status be awarded by the Department for Education (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education). This accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis. <br/><br/>Additional costs: <br/>* Your placements could be based in areas some distance from your point of study, so please be aware of potential associated travelling costs. <br/><br/><br/>* A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required to enable you to undertake placements in settings with children. We arrange this as part of the application process. Please note that there may be a charge for the DBS check. <br/>