Secondary School Direct (Physics) PGCE with QTS

In conjunction with Secondary Lead School partners, the University of Chester offers Physics (11-16 with sixth form enhancement ) as a subject specialism leading to the award of PGCE with QTS.

Teaching is an extremely rewarding and challenging career. Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, understanding, and skills that you need to be an outstanding teacher.

We aim to nurture teachers passionate about developing their own and their pupils' learning.

Please note, the Application deadline for International applicants is 5th June 2023. Any applications received after this date may not be considered for the September 2023 intake due to Application, CAS, and Visa processing time requirements.

Why study this course with us?

The course allows you to teach Secondary Science with a focus on your specialism. You will develop your subject knowledge, practical skills, and pedagogy in all aspects of science at KS3, whilst also developing your expertise in your preferred discipline of Physics at KS4 and KS5 depending on your degree and experience.

Science enhanced with Physics

Applicants need a good honors degree with a significant proportion in Physics is ideal. There is a wide range of degrees which would give a suitable level of subject knowledge. However, enthusiastic scientists with a reasonable knowledge of Physics can follow a booster/enhancement course before starting the PGCE. These last from 10 days to six months but applications need a recommendation from a PGCE tutor. The University of Chester offers 10-day and 20-day booster courses.

• hold or be expected to gain a minimum 2:2 honors degree (preferred 2:1)

• have GCSE grade C/grade 4 in English Language and Maths.

• IELTS: Overall 7.0 (no less than 5.5 in each band)

• For those who do not have IELTS or an acceptable in-country English language qualification, the University of Chester has developed its own online English language test which applicants can take for just £50.

The University of Chester offers an award-winning Careers and Employability service that provides various employability-enhancing experiences through the curriculum, employer contact, tailored group sessions, individual information, advice, and guidance. The service is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to personal goals and aspirations. It aims to help students plan their future, make the most of their time at the University, and enhance their employability. Services include part-time jobs, extra-curricular workshops, and practical one-to-one help with career planning, CVs, applications, and mock interviews. Group sessions on career planning are also provided within each course. Students and graduates can use these services free of charge for up to two years after graduation.