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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate in Education

Secondary Science: Biology - PGCE

Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the PGCE Secondary Science: Biology - PGCE at Birmingham City University. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Are you passionate about inspiring young people to learn about the human body to the natural world? Then our PGCE Secondary Biology is the course for you. With so many important careers in healthcare and science dependent on people with skills and knowledge in this area, your ability to get your students excited about Biology is vital. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £18,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Teaching Biology to Secondary Learners
Pedagogical Content Knowledge in Biology
Classroom Management and Learning Environment
Assessment and Differentiation in Science
Biology Curriculum and Subject Specialism
Evidence-Based Teaching Practices
School-Based Training and Professional Practice
Research Methods and Reflective Practice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic66666
PTE Academic59

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£9,790

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£9,790

Home Student Fee

£9,790

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
10%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Birmingham City University

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