PGCE Secondary Science with Physics - PGCE
Holloway Campus, United Kingdom
PGCE Secondary Science with Physics
London Metropolitan University
Education - Secondary Science (Physics)
Program Overview: PGCE Secondary Science with Physics
This PGCE Secondary Science with Physics program at London Metropolitan University prepares you to teach science and physics to 11 to 16-year-olds, with the possibility of teaching at post-16 level by arrangement. Accredited by the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA), the course leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), enabling you to begin your career as a qualified secondary school physics teacher in England.
You will attend sessions at both London Met and one of the university's partnership schools across London, combining theoretical learning with essential hands-on classroom experience. The program places great emphasis on developing your teaching strategies, pedagogical techniques, and understanding of how children learn, while also building your confidence in planning, delivering, and assessing physics lessons.
The course benefits from its London location, widening your experience of teaching in diverse, multicultural urban environments. Through two school placements in contrasting settings, you will develop lesson plans, contribute to pupils' scientific development, and receive valuable feedback from peers and mentors to refine your practice.
Key Program Highlights
- Accredited by the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA), leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) upon successful completion
- Trainees on PGCE Secondary courses achieve high results, with almost 100% passing the course
- Two contrasting school placements at partnership secondary schools across London for extensive practical experience
- Department for Education (DfE) bursaries available for eligible physics trainees
Curriculum and Modules
The PGCE Secondary Science with Physics curriculum is designed around the Core Content Framework for Initial Teacher Training. It integrates university-based study sessions with extensive school-based placements, ensuring you develop both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to become an effective physics teacher.
Develops your understanding of curriculum knowledge and pedagogical knowledge required as a physics teacher, including the ability to plan, teach, and assess engaging lessons that promote pupil progression.
Your first extended placement in a partnership secondary school where you develop professional practice, apply teaching strategies, and gain hands-on classroom experience under mentor guidance.
A contrasting school placement in a different setting, allowing you to broaden your teaching experience, adapt to diverse pupil needs, and demonstrate competence across the Teachers' Standards.
Explores the broader role of a teacher, including behaviour management, safeguarding, inclusion, assessment for learning, and understanding the wider educational context within which secondary schools operate.
Builds and audits your personal subject knowledge in physics and general science, ensuring you are confident teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 curricula through self-assessment, target setting, and personal study.
Specialist Development Opportunities
Admission Requirements
Entry to the PGCE Secondary Science with Physics program is competitive and requires a strong academic background in physics or a closely related discipline. All applications are processed through Uni4Edu, which will guide you through every step of the admissions process.
Academic Requirements
- Undergraduate DegreeA UK degree at 2:2 (lower second class honours) or above, or equivalent, in physics or related subjects such as geology, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or forensic science
- GCSE RequirementsGCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- Literacy and NumeracyUniversity-based literacy and numeracy tests, undertaken at interview
- DBS CheckA valid Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate, applied for after an offer is made
- Health CheckConfirmation of Fitness to Teach via an occupational health assessment, completed prior to course start
English Language Requirements
- IELTSMinimum overall score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5 (or equivalent). Contact Uni4Edu for specific PGCE requirements.
- TOEFL iBTContact Uni4Edu for current accepted scores
- Other QualificationsApplicants with a third class degree may be considered if supported by a completed Master's degree or relevant work experience
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Physics teacher training attracts some of the most generous financial support available in the UK. Eligible trainees may access Department for Education bursaries and Institute of Physics scholarships, alongside London Met's own funding options. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on your personal eligibility.
DfE Physics Training Bursary
Up to GBP 29,000 (tax-free, subject to eligibility)A tax-free bursary from the Department for Education for eligible trainees with a 2:2 degree or above training to teach physics. Eligibility depends on degree classification and student finance status. Contact Uni4Edu to confirm your eligibility.
Institute of Physics (IOP) Teacher Training Scholarship
Up to GBP 31,000 (tax-free, subject to eligibility)A prestigious scholarship awarded by the Institute of Physics to outstanding candidates training to teach physics. Includes membership benefits, networking opportunities, and access to masterclasses. Cannot be held alongside a bursary.
London Met Graduate Loyalty Discount
20% tuition fee reductionLondon Met graduates who completed their undergraduate degree at the university are entitled to a 20% discount on further study, including PGCE programs. Contact Uni4Edu to confirm eligibility.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Physics teachers are in high demand across England, making this PGCE an excellent pathway to a rewarding and secure career. London Metropolitan University trainees have a strong track record of gaining Qualified Teacher Status and securing teaching positions within six months of graduating.
Potential Career Roles
Where Graduates Have Worked
Rankings and Recognition
London Metropolitan University is a well-established institution with a history dating back to 1848. While it is not a top-tier research university, it holds strong recognition for teaching quality, student support, and its commitment to widening access to education, particularly in teacher training.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Quality | Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide | Top 10 in UK (9th) |
| Student Experience | Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide | Top 10 in UK (10th) |
| Education (Teacher Training) | Ofsted / TRA Accreditation | Accredited Provider |
| Social Inclusion | Times Good University Guide | Top 50% in UK |
How to Apply
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Contact Uni4Edu
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Prepare Your Documents
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Submit Your Application
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Receive Your Offer
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