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UndergraduatePostgraduate Certificate in EducationUCAS: C1X1
PGCE Secondary Biology with Science (11-18 age range) with QTS (Graduates only)
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff, Wales
1 yearDuration
£14,000Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in education and teaching with the PGCE PGCE Secondary Biology with Science (11-18 age range) with QTS (Graduates only) at Cardiff Metropolitan University. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. If you are a graduate with a passion for your specialist subject and a desire to inspire young people, this course is for you. The PGCE Secondary (11-18 Age Range) with QTS degree at Cardiff Met is a one-year course that leads to the award of qualified teacher status. The course aims to prepare student teachers to be highly skilled, confident, critically reflective and innovative practitioners who are committed to life-long professional learning and the education of young people. International tuition fees are £14,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission.
What You'll Learn
Subject Specialism in Secondary Biology
Pedagogy and Science Education
Curriculum Design and Planning for Biology
Classroom Management and Learning Environments
Assessment
Progress and Pupil Development
Professional Practice and School Experience
Research Methods in Science Education
Reflective Practice and Professional Identity
UCAS Code:C1X1
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£14,000
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£14,000
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
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff Metropolitan University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £15,500 | £21,000 | £24,500 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £25,000 | £29,000 |
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▼ 30% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£30,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ 17% below UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£30,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH22-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
30%Work & Study
90%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.
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