Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Physics) PGCE
King's College London, University of London
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The PGCE Physics at King’s prepares trainees to become thoughtful, creative and engaging teachers, through understanding both the research which underpins and advances science teaching, and a wide range of practical approaches. The course is taught by an internationally recognised science education group with over three decades of acclaimed research. The PGCE Physics is a full-time course that consists of four required modules and two blocks of teaching experience based in secondary schools ...Read more

The PGCE Physics at King’s prepares trainees to become thoughtful, creative and engaging teachers, through understanding both the research which underpins and advances science teaching, and a wide range of practical approaches. The course is taught by an internationally recognised science education group with over three decades of acclaimed research. The PGCE Physics is a full-time course that consists of four required modules and two blocks of teaching experience based in secondary schools within London and Greater London. You will complete the course within ten months, studying September to June. You must take modules totalling 120 credits to meet the requirements of the qualification. You’ll engage in education, pedagogy and professional studies sessions and curriculum workshops. These will take place in both university and school settings and will develop your expertise in general educational and professional issues, as well as subject pedagogy. You’ll gain the skills and understanding to take up positions in schools as a teacher of your subject with the potential to contribute fully to the life of the school. The course carries the Accreditation of Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

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The best aspect is the location as it’s right in the centre of London, the student life could be improved however, there are limited events that take place. There is also limited..Read more

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A minimum 2:2 undergraduate Bachelors (honours) degree. If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

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Living expenses - 1800 per month

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King's College London, University of London
King's College London, University of London , London

King's College London (King’s) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK....

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King's College London, University of London
57 Waterloo Road London Greater London SE1 8WA United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Waterloo  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Charing Cross   0.3 miles away
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