Course summary

This course places an emphasis on experiential learning. Our trainees can become creative and engaging teachers by undertaking a wide range of activities to practice delivering the wonders of Science in the classroom. We ensure each experiment, lesson plan or skill is directly transferable to secondary teaching, helping our trainees to develop their confidence in conveying their passion for Chemistry to the next generation. The course is enhanced by continued support from the scientific professional bodies; The Royal Society of Chemistry, The Institute of Physics and the Royal Society of Biology. Strong applicants are encouraged to apply for an RSC scholarship. Chemistry trainees also benefit from the University of Worcester being an RSC ‘Learn Chemistry Partnership Advocate.’ We are proud that our Secondary PGCE was rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in March 2023. Ofsted identified that: ‘Trainees benefit from an exceptional learning experience at the University of Worcester. This experience instils in them a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference to the lives of the children and young adults in the communities they serve.’ Placements, university sessions and mentors will support your development and our trainees are ‘exceptionally well-prepared for their first teaching post’ (Ofsted, 2023) Key features

• A carefully developed, research-informed science PGCE curriculum

• A focus on building relationships with pupils in the science classroom

• Exploring pedagogy of the GCSE subject content

• Practical and experiential based learning

• Planning for pupil safety during investigations

• Develop subject-specific digital technology skills including data logging