PGCE Secondary Biology
University of Manchester · Manchester, United Kingdom
About this programme
PGCE Secondary Biology provides you with the practical training and theoretical knowledge to become an outstanding teacher.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £24,700 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:2 honours degree in a biological science with at least half of the content strongly related to biology (if you are unsure, please contact us to discuss your qualifications). Grade B in biology at A-level (or equivalent) and at least one other science or maths. We may consider grade C if you hold further study in the field such as Masters or PhD. Further study in Science at Masters Level or above may be considered if you hold suitable Level 3 qualifications that are not A-levels. Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds
- Manchester Global Masters ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, apply early
- The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust Centenary Award 2026Partial funding