Program Overview

PGCE Secondary Business Education

Overview

The PGCE Secondary Business Education is a one-year postgraduate certificate program that prepares students to become outstanding secondary school Business Education teachers with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). The program offers extensive periods of classroom experience supported by outstanding tutors and mentors.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree in business, management, economics, or a related subject, with at least half of the content directly related to business education.
• A strong academic record at A-level (or equivalent).
• Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics.

Application and Selection

Please note that this course is now closed for 2025 entry. Apply through the government website.

Course Details

| Full-time | Part-time | Full-time distance learning | Part-time distance learning
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PGCE | Y | N | N | N

Careers

Become an outstanding secondary school Business Education teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Fees

For entry in the academic year beginning September 2025, the tuition fees are as follows:

• PGCE (full-time)
  • UK students (per annum, subject to Parliamentary approval): £9,535
  • International, including EU, students (per annum): £23,500

Policy on Additional Costs

All students should normally be able to complete their programme of study without incurring additional study costs over and above the tuition fee for that programme.

Scholarships/Sponsorships

There are three types of Government funding available for teacher training:

• Tax-free bursary or scholarship
• Tuition fee loan and maintenance loan
• Extra financial support if you're a parent or have an adult dependant or a disability

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are the world's call to action on the most pressing challenges facing humanity. At The University of Manchester, we address the SDGs through our research and particularly in partnership with our students.

• Goal 4: Quality Education

Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Regulated by the Office for Students

The University of Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance, get high-quality education that prepares them for the future, and by protecting their interests.