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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate in Education

Computer Science (Secondary PGCE)

Swansea University
Swansea, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£20,250Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Swansea University, the PGCE Computer Science (Secondary PGCE) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in engineering and technology. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The Secondary PGCE with QTS at Swansea University will prepare you to meet the new Professional Teaching and Leadership Standards for Wales (at a level appropriate for Newly Qualified Teachers), enabling you to become an inspiring, competent and professionally aware teacher in Secondary Education. You will create an electronic portfolio of evidence, known as the Professional Learning Passport (PLP), referencing your progression and ability against each of the Professional Teaching and Leadership Standards. Successful evidence of all Standards being met, together with completion of Level 7 a... International tuition fees are £20,250 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Computing Subject Knowledge and Pedagogy
Teaching Computer Science in Secondary Schools
Curriculum Design and Assessment in Computing
Professional Practice and School Experience
Research Methods in Science Education
Digital Citizenship and E-Safety in Education
Inclusive Teaching and Differentiation Strategies
Professional Leadership and Educational Standards
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic64

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,250

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,250

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

58%Working
19%Studying
17%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Swansea University

Swansea University offers Computer Science (Secondary PGCE) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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