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UndergraduatePostgraduate Certificate in EducationUCAS: 3F4S

Music (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only)

Bangor University
Bangor, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£19,000Per Year (Intl)
£29,500Avg. Graduate Salary
81%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Bangor University, the PGCE Music (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in education and teaching. Based in Bangor, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. At an early age, some will partake in musical activities – vocal, instrumental, member of a rock band, choir or orchestra; others are satisfied with listening to diverse styles of music as a means of relaxation. Yes, music is an integral element of life, and it is important that we provide a secure foundation of musical knowledge and skills for the learners of the future. The PGCE Music course provides an opportunity for practical musical involvement, developing teaching skills and making a difference. Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Music Pedagogy and Curriculum Design
Performing Arts in Secondary Education
Music Composition and Creative Practice
Educational Psychology for Music Teachers
Technology in Music Teaching
Inclusive Music Education and Diversity
School Experience and Professional Practice
Research Methods in Music Education
UCAS Code:3F4S
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,000

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£19,000

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Bangor University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£29,500£30,000
3 years£18,500£25,000£27,500
5 years£24,500£29,000£33,000

UK subject average: £30,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 17% below UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£30,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£30,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH22-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Work & Study
20%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
81%
Learning opportunities
78%
Assessment and feedback
77%
Academic support
92%
Organisation and management
79%
Learning resources
96%
Student voice
64%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Bangor University

Bangor University offers Music (Secondary PGCE - Graduates only) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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