Science PGCE
University of Portsmouth
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Portsmouth Campus

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Portsmouth Campus

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SEP-26

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If youre looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference to other peoples lives, teaching is a great choice - and on our PGCE courses, youll gain you the skills and confidence you need to become an outstanding secondary school teacher. On this course, youll be supported by our tutors and school-based mentors as you learn to plan and deliver lessons with strong subject knowledge, confidence and imagination, while reflecting on what it means to teach. You can study full ...Read more

If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive difference to other people's lives, teaching is a great choice - and on our PGCE courses, you'll gain you the skills and confidence you need to become an outstanding secondary school teacher. On this course, you'll be supported by our tutors and school-based mentors as you learn to plan and deliver lessons with strong subject knowledge, confidence and imagination, while reflecting on what it means to teach. You can study full time over 1 year, or part time over 2. We've got excellent links with many schools in the region - so when you finish your course, you'll graduate with excellent career prospects, and eligibility for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) too.

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84/279
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42nd
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Melody
21 Feb 25

Best: support provided easy to access Worst: bus times for u2 are very spaced out and aren't convienient...Read more

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Isabelle
20 Feb 25

The university is in a great location with loads of nice places to visit and study. The university buildings are also fairly close together so it has a campus feel while being..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A good honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, with approximately 50% science content. A minimum of 2:2 is desirable although applicants with other qualifications or valuable experience will also be considered. GCSE Mathematics and English language at grade C (Grade 4) or above, or equivalent. All shortlisted applicants are subject to interview. All offers are subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance and Occupational Health clearance.

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£17,200 per year

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Accommodation - Burrell House (Standard and larger rooms – 155–174 per week)

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Melody
21 Feb 25
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Isabelle
20 Feb 25
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The university is in a great location with loads of nice places to visit and study. The university buildings are also fairly close together so it has a campus feel while being...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a small and lively island city that contains everything students need....

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University of Portsmouth
University House, Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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