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PGCE Secondary Science
Introduction
Science is an exciting subject, it is all around us so it is easy to engage pupils. Every pupil is taught science and it is a priority subject, especially if you can teach Chemistry or Physics. We will train you to carry out imaginative, interactive lessons where every type of learner is involved. Being a hands on subject it is important for you to be able to carry out safe practical work and we will develop your skills in this area.
You should train to teach science at UCP Marjon because we have a long standing reputation for producing excellent science teachers. Schools like to assist with the training of UCP Marjon science student teachers and then they want to employ them! The University College will support you at every stage of the course to ensure that you develop into a successful teacher.
Science offers a very exciting set of subjects to teach. It encompasses traditional physics, chemistry and biology but also engineering, rural science, geology, psychology and the public understanding of science. Science teachers awaken pupils to the universe around them and how it works. Science is a real national priority area.
This course equips you to bring the outside world into your science teaching or take pupils out to look at the world around them.
- We support and develop your subject knowledge
- We show you how to organise work in the laboratory with children
- You make a positive contribution to the lives of pupils
- You teach an exciting subject
- You learn about the latest thinking in science teaching
- We offer an individualised programme
Course Code / Duration
GTTR Code
Science with Biology: C1X1
Science with Chemistry: F1X1
Science with Physics: F3X1
Duration
1 year full time
Entry Requirements
- An honours degree with a large Science content, typically a 2:2
- Science A levels
- GCSE Maths and English (grade C or above) before application
- Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Enhanced Disclosure
- Meet the Secretary of State’s requirements for physical and mental fitness to teach as detailed in ‘Fit to Teach’
- Clearly and accurately communicate both spoken and written English
- Candidates must take part in an individual interview and/or a group interview with representatives from schools as well as University College tutors
Specific information
- Science with Biology - you will be trained to teach Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils and Biology to A-level standard
- Science with Chemistry - you will be trained to teach Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils and Chemistry to A-level standard
- Science with Physics - you will be trained to teach Science to Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils and Physics to A-level standard
Module Information
You work with the best science departments in the South West and with the support of committed mentors in schools who guide you as you progress as a student teacher.
Our science course is rated as `good` and carries Ofsted grade 1 for Management and Quality Assurance. We are a creative team with a wealth of experience, enthusiasm and commitment. You can have lots of fun whilst learning and benefit from first rate teaching, resources and support. The same team works with you from interview through to qualification.
PGCE Secondary Biology Overview
Biology is a popular science choice at A-level and, it is a key component of Science in the National Curriculum, and is taken as a separate GCSE option in many schools. The PGCE Secondary Biology Programme is designed to prepare students for teaching all aspects of science to at least Key Stage 3, and biology at GCSE and A-level. The programme provides the opportunity for practical activities in the course subject study days.
PGCE Secondary Chemistry Overview
Chemistry is a science which is still offered as a choice at A-level, and in recent years has increased in popularity. It is a key component of Science in the National Curriculum, it is also being offered as a separate GCSE option in many schools. The PGCE Secondary Chemistry Programme is designed to prepare students for teaching all aspects of science to at least Key Stage 3, and chemistry at GCSE and A-level. The programme provides the opportunity for practical activties in the course subject study days.
A possible pathway to acheive this would be to take a 6 month Subject Knowledge Enhancement Chemistry course; this would be a condition of your PGCE offer.
PGCE Secondary Physics Overview
Physics has experienced a decline in numbers of pupils taking the subject in recent years, however physics remains a valid science choice at A-level. It is a key component of Science in the National Curriculum, it is also being offered as a separate GCSE option in many schools. The PGCE Secondary Physics Programme is designed to prepare students for teaching all aspects of science to at least Key Stage 3, and physics at GCSE and A-level. The programme provides the opportunity for practical activties in the course subject study days.
A possible pathway to achieve this would be to take a Subject Knowledge Enhancement Physics course; this would be a condition of your PGCE offer.
Fees and Funding
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Career Opportunities
We are an experienced, inspiring and committed team of lecturers and teachers, who work in partnership to ensure that you are recruited to an exciting course with excellent job prospects.
Additional Information
The TDA has launched a new service –‘Premier Plus’ for people interested in teaching a shortage subject. Visit http://www.tda.gov.uk/get-into-teaching/subject-information-enhancement/why-sign-up.aspx for further details.
Our science course is inclusive. We welcome applications from recent graduates, returners, experienced professionals and those in transition. We offer a wealth of supportive subject knowledge courses before the course starts (including TDA supported booster and enhancement). We need to encourage more men into teaching, more science based teachers and more women into physics.
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