There is a shortage of physics teachers across the UK and our degree is designed to fill this need in the sector.
Why Physics with Teaching at Strathclyde?
Combine an Institute of Physics-accredited course with the education theory and classroom experience required for recognition by the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
The first three years of the course are the same as the MPhys / BSc Physics curriculum and students can transfer from these degrees to the Physics with Teaching degree up until the end of 3rd year, subject to having the appropriate English qual...
There is a shortage of physics teachers across the UK and our degree is designed to fill this need in the sector.<br/><br/>Why Physics with Teaching at Strathclyde?<br/>Combine an Institute of Physics-accredited course with the education theory and classroom experience required for recognition by the General Teaching Council for Scotland.<br/>The first three years of the course are the same as the MPhys / BSc Physics curriculum and students can transfer from these degrees to the Physics with Teaching degree up until the end of 3rd year, subject to having the appropriate English qualification and successful completion of an interview.<br/>Develop your skills with integrated teaching placements.<br/>Benefit from a professional teaching qualification which is recognised across the UK and overseas.<br/>Qualify to enter the paid probationary year as a teacher of physics in Scottish secondary schools.<br/><br/>Your Career<br/>In addition to employment opportunities within a variety of local authorities this degree opens up the possibility to be a science communicator.<br/><br/>Recent graduate job roles include: <br/>Secondary school teacher<br/>Science communicator
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
University of Strathclyde
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
F3XC
Institution Code
S78
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B A,B,B,B,B Physics B, Maths B and English C. In sixth year Advanced Higher Physics and Mathematics recommended, which will be counted as separate qualifications to Highers in these subjects. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 30 Year 1 entry: 30 points, Physics HL5, Maths HL5, English SL6. Year 2 entry: 32 points, Physics HL6, Maths HL6, English SL6. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 including Physics and Mathematics both at H2 plus appropriate English qualification Scottish HNCConsidered on an individual basis, contact us for advice. A levelB,B,B Physics B, Mathematics B, GCSE English Language 4/C and Literature 4/C |
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