(Secondary) Physics PGCE
University of Brighton
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Falmer

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Falmer

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Physics teachers help their students to understand the fundamental principles that govern the universe – from forces and motion to electricity and energy. Physics helps them to conduct experiments, working on their analytical skills, developing curiosity and a deeper understanding of how the world works.Our Secondary Physics PGCE leads to QTS – the professional teaching qualification. Brighton, rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted, offers you the opportunity to learn from a team of experts who have ...Read more

Physics teachers help their students to understand the fundamental principles that govern the universe – from forces and motion to electricity and energy. Physics helps them to conduct experiments, working on their analytical skills, developing curiosity and a deeper understanding of how the world works.

Our Secondary Physics PGCE leads to QTS – the professional teaching qualification.

Brighton, rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted, offers you the opportunity to learn from a team of experts who have real classroom experience, using facilities like those used in schools.

You’ll build your experience on placement and develop the knowledge to also teach biology and chemistry.

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89/279
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88th

Modules

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Entry requirements

Normally an honours degree or equivalent qualification in physics or a subject that is closely related.

If your degree was awarded more than five years ago, isnt in the subject area you wish to teach or you have relevant professional experience but need to learn how to apply that to teaching, you may be suitable for a Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) course. If you pass the SKE it qualifies you to start a PGCE.

GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)

At least English language and maths. Equivalence tests are available for suitable candidates.

Tuition fees

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£9,790 per year

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£18,108 per year

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£18,108 per year

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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

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University of Brighton
Village Way Brighton Brighton and Hove BN1 9PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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