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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Teacher Training | Chemistry
Area of study
Education | Natural Science
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


Postgraduate

Science with Chemistry

PGCE


Key details

  • Start date(s): September 2025
  • Study Mode: Full-time (1 year)
  • Location: Main Campus (Horsforth)
  • School: Education

About this course

Never have the words from Chemistry Nobel prize winner Kenichi Fukui rung so true: "Chemistry itself knows altogether too well that - given the real fear that the scarcity of global resources and energy might threaten the unity of mankind - chemistry is in a position to make a contribution towards securing a true peace on Earth."


Teaching children of all backgrounds will open doors to fulfilling and fast-evolving careers, from medics to new materials design, environmental chemists to toxicologists. Every child deserves to be taught by expert teachers who know not only their subject in detail but more importantly how to teach it.


This is your chance to share your passion for your subject and inspire the next generation. We will also train you to be confident in teaching all three sciences thus including Biology and Physics to GCSE level. Our PGCE Science courses will give you the opportunity to deliver hands-on practical activities and in-depth explorations of the curriculum to best support your own teaching.


Our vision is to develop skilful and resilient teachers who are experts in science pedagogy, and 21st-century skills driven. We focus on subject-specific knowledge, up-to-date teaching practices which are based on the most recent research, and, most importantly, your specific needs as a trainee teacher.


On successful completion of this degree and having met the Teachers’ Standards, you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). All our PGCE Secondary courses lead to the award of a level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education.


Course modules

Year 1

  • Stage One - Introduction to Teaching
  • Stage Two – Developing your Knowledge, Understanding and Practice
  • Stage Three - Embedding your Skills and Preparing you for your New Career

Learning and teaching

Assessment methods

  • Our strategy
  • At the end of each placement your school mentor, who will have supported you throughout your time in school, will assess your practice, using evidence from the whole of your time in school, including observations, lesson plans and marked work.
  • You’ll complete a progress portfolio to collate evidence of your teaching practice. At the end of the course, we will use this evidence to show that you have met the Teachers’ Standards.
  • You’ll also complete two level 7 Master’s assignments to test your ability to be critically reflective and research-led in your approach to teaching.

Learning and teaching

  • At Leeds Trinity we aim to provide an excellent student experience and provide you with the tools and support to help you achieve your academic, personal and professional potential.
  • Our Learning, Teaching and Assessment Strategy delivers excellence by providing the framework for:
    • high quality teaching
    • an engaging and inclusive approach to learning, assessment and achievement
    • a clear structure through which you progress in your academic studies, your personal development and towards professional-level employment or further study.

Entry requirements

  • A good honours degree (usually a 2:2 or above) with a significant proportion in Chemistry. Please note that applicants with third-class honours degrees will be considered on an individual basis, and normally only if applicants have additional qualifications and/or significant relevant professional experience.
  • GCSE Grade 4 (or C or accepted equivalent) in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. If you do not already have the appropriate GCSEs, or if you are unable to provide proof of your grades, please refer to the GCSE Equivalency information below.
  • The ability to read effectively and communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written standard English.
  • Suitable personal and intellectual qualities required for teaching in secondary schools.
  • Applicants also need to demonstrate the commitment, attitudes and values appropriate to those of a secondary teacher and the potential to train as a teacher. Strong applicants often have experience in secondary schools, but this is not a requirement.

Fees and finance

Funding

  • For information about our tuition fees please visit our Student Fees and Finance pages.
  • Leeds Trinity University does not offer scholarships for teacher training courses for international students. International applicants will need to ensure that they have sufficient funds to self-fund their study in the UK.

Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS)

  • Achieve an additional qualification alongside your PGCE with the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies.
  • Although the CCRS isn't compulsory, it is recognised across the Catholic school sector as a desirable qualification that can expand on both your expertise and your vocational focus. The course aims to ensure you have the basic knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the beliefs and principles of the Catholic Faith while providing a basis for further study.

Program Outline

PGCE Science with Chemistry Program Information:


Degree Overview:

  • Introduction: Teaches students how to inspire the next generation and share their passion for science.
  • Focus: Develops skillful and resilient teachers who are experts in science pedagogy and driven by 21st-century skills.
  • Outcomes: On successful completion, students will be qualified for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and prepared for a career in science education.

Outline:

  • Program Structure: Divided into two stages (Stage A and Stage B) offering a gradual introduction to teaching.
  • Stage A (September - December): Combines university-based training with a three-day-a-week school placement (extending to four days later).
  • Stage A - University-based training:
  • Professional Education Studies:
  • Provides insights and strategies for dealing with issues encountered in school placements and early teaching years.
  • Subject Knowledge and Applied Pedagogy (SKAP):
  • Equips students with deep understanding of teaching methodologies and curriculum for effective science education.
  • Stage A - School-based training:
  • School Placement:
  • Allows students to put acquired knowledge into practice in a collaborative environment.
  • Support:
  • Students receive guidance from university and school-based mentors.
  • Stage B (January - June):
  • Builds upon knowledge acquired in Stage A.
  • University-based training:
  • Continues SKAP tuition with fortnightly training days.
  • Second School Placement:
  • Provides an opportunity to deepen knowledge and extend practice in a new school setting.
  • Support:
  • Continues with university and school-based mentors and a link tutor facilitating communication between school and university.

Assessment:

  • Formative Assessment: Conducted during each stage of school-based training using core competence statements.
  • Summative Assessment: Measures student achievement against the Teachers' Standards at the end of Stage B.
  • Progress Portfolio: Students document their teaching practice as evidence for both formative and summative assessments.
  • Level 7 Master's Assignments: Test student ability for critical reflection and research-led teaching approach.

Teaching:

  • Emphasis on collaborative learning: Student-led and real-world activities foster engagement and critical thinking.
  • Personalized support: Ensures student success through individual guidance and extensive learning support systems.
  • Expert lecturers: Provide high-quality teaching and guidance.
  • Strong connections with employers: Equip students with skills and knowledge relevant to the current job market.
  • International outlook: Broadens student perspectives and prepares them for a globalized environment.
  • Focus on digital literacy and skills: Enables students to effectively utilize technology in their teaching practice.

Careers:

  • Potential career paths: Include teaching positions in secondary schools, educational leadership roles, curriculum development, science communication, and more.
  • Opportunities: Graduates can find fulfilling careers in diverse educational settings, contribute to the development of science education, and shape the future generation of scientists.

Other:

  • The program is not available for students on a Student Route Visa.
  • Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies (CCRS): Students can pursue this additional qualification alongside their PGCE, expanding their expertise and vocational focus in the Catholic school sector.

Summary:

This PGCE program offers a comprehensive and well-structured approach to preparing students for a successful career in science education. It combines rigorous academic training with practical experience, ensuring students are well-equipped to inspire the next generation of scientists and make a positive impact on the world.

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