Chemistry - Postgraduate Diploma Secondary Education (QTS)
University of BirminghamProgram Overview
The Chemistry - Postgraduate Diploma Secondary Education (QTS) at University of Birmingham is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Natural Sciences over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Chemistry - Postgraduate Diploma Secondary Education (QTS) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 14,140 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemistry - Postgraduate Diploma Secondary Education (QTS) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Preparation (university-based with some activities in school)
- School Placement 1 (seven week placement in school with tutor visit and one day at the university)
- Development (university-based with some activities in school)
- School Placement 2 (twelve week block placement with tutor visits and two university days);
- Completion (two further weeks in your second school and two weeks at the university).
- Subject-based teaching methods
- School-based work
- Whole-school issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All applicants to the Secondary PGDipEd(QTS) Science: Chemistry course must hold a degree or equivalent qualification. We will expect at least of 50% your degree to be chemistry related and require a good A-level equivalent in a science other than chemistry.
All candidates also have to:
- have a GCSE in Maths and English (grade C or above) or an equivalent qualification; alternatively you might be advised to take an Equivalency Test. The DfE require us to check the original certificates; you therefore cannot start a PGDipEd(QTS) course unless you already hold these qualifications.
- pass Professional Skills Tests in numeracy and literacy; please see the Professional Skills Tests section of the Department for Education web site for more information on the core skills required by trainee teachers
- provide a satisfactory medical form
- complete an enhanced DBS/police check
- complete a Declaration of Suitability to Teach
- adhere to a Code of Professional Conduct and Fitness to Practise
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,140 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,140 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 9,000 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Birmingham directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 9 months
