Overview
As a teacher of chemistry you’ll transform your existing knowledge of how matter works into a format which can be understood by, and spark the interest of secondary school pupils. You’ll also train to teach general science, comprising of physics, biology and chemistry, to lower school pupils.
Worldwide qualification
This Secondary Education - Chemistry with Science at University of Strathclyde is a professional training course which qualifies you to teach secondary education. The qualification is recognised throughout the world and is regulated by :
- the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)
- the Scottish Government
Careers
A degree in education will equip you for a range of careers working with children and young people.
Most of our Professional Graduate Diploma graduates go on to work as teachers in secondary schools across the country.
Secondary School Teachers in Scotland use the Curriculum for Excellence framework. They work with their class to develop skills and abilities, and encourage the pupils to expand their knowledge and understanding further
Jobs related to this degree include:
- Secondary Teacher
- Head Teacher
- Further Education Lecturer
- Special Educational Needs Teacher
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Education Studies; Professional Values
- Professional Learning Through Enquiry
- Professional Skills
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 9 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- If you’re applying for postgraduate teacher training courses, such as the PGDE, you must apply through the UCAS undergraduate website.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Chemistry Secondary Education View 235 other Masters in Chemistry in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
The minimum entry requirements we ask for, are as follows:
- a degree validated by a higher education institution in the United Kingdom or a degree of an equivalent standard from an institution outside the United Kingdom
- the degree should contain at least 80 credits in chemistry from the following subjects:Organic Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above*
- National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics Grade C or above*
Tuition Fee
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International
15150 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15150 GBP per year during 9 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 9 months.
- Rest of UK: £9,250
Living costs for Glasgow
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.