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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate in Education

Secondary Social Sciences - PGCE

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

Course Overview

The PGCE Secondary Social Sciences - PGCE at Birmingham City University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Our course provides you with the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding for you to become a successful teacher of Social Sciences for students aged 14 to 19. Social Sciences encompasses Health and Social Care, Psychology and Sociology, giving you a broad base of knowledge to pass on to your students and a wider range of employment opportunities, even if you specialise in a particular area. What's covered in this course? You’ll develop and share knowledge of core areas of psychology, including cognitive, social, biological, and developmental psychology. 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 £31,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Cognitive and Developmental Psychology
Social Psychology and Human Behaviour
Biological Psychology and Health
Sociology and Social Context
Health and Social Care Services
Pedagogy and Secondary Teaching Practice
Critical Analysis and Independent Enquiry
Professional Studies and Classroom Management
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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