PGCE Physics with Science (QTS)

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

Middlesex University London

Program Overview

The PGCE Physics with Science (QTS) at Middlesex University London gives you the skills, confidence and real classroom experience to become an effective secondary Physics and Science teacher. It’s designed for science graduates who want a clear, supportive route into teaching with strong professional preparation.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1:
Across this intensive year, you’ll build your teaching skills through modules like Professional Practice, where you learn to plan, teach and assess lessons while meeting the Teachers’ Standards during school placements. You’ll also explore how young people learn through Learning and Teaching through Research Informed Practice, applying evidence-based approaches to your lessons. Alongside this, Science with Physics Education strengthens your subject knowledge and shows you how to teach physics and wider science confidently across the secondary curriculum.

Focus areas

Secondary science pedagogy, physics curriculum design, classroom management, assessment and research-informed teaching.

Learning outcomes

Confidently teach Physics and Science at secondary level, apply evidence-based pedagogy, plan and deliver effective lessons, and reflect critically on your classroom practice.

Professional alignment (accreditation)

The programme leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), the professional standard required for teaching in most UK secondary schools.

Reputation (employability rankings)

Middlesex University is well regarded for teacher training, with strong Ofsted recognition and high employment rates for PGCE graduates entering the teaching profession.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Middlesex University London, experiential learning is woven into every part of the PGCE Physics with Science (QTS). From the very start of the programme, you’re immersed in real classrooms, learning how to plan, teach, and assess lessons while working closely with experienced teachers. On campus, your training takes place in professional teaching spaces that mirror real school environments, helping you build confidence as you practise new techniques, collaborate with your peers, and reflect on your growing skills. Throughout the year, you’ll learn how to turn your subject knowledge into engaging lessons that genuinely support young people’s learning in science and physics.

Here’s how this practical learning experience comes to life:

School placements across partner secondary schools, giving you hands-on teaching experience with real pupils from early in the course.
Continuous mentoring and personalised feedback, helping you refine your teaching style and strengthen your classroom presence.
Interactive workshops and collaborative training sessions focused on behaviour management, assessment strategies, inclusive practice and lesson planning.
Access to dedicated teaching and learning spaces on campus, designed to support group work, practical activities and professional development.
Subject-focused activities that help you confidently teach physics and wider science across the 11–16 curriculum.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from the PGCE Physics with Science (QTS) at Middlesex University step confidently into the profession, with many securing teaching roles shortly after finishing the course. Because you qualify with QTS, you’ll be ready to teach Physics and Science to pupils aged 11–16, opening doors to roles such as Secondary Science Teacher, Physics Specialist, STEM Coordinator, and in time, Head of Physics or Head of Science. Schools value the combination of subject expertise and hands-on training that Middlesex trainees bring, giving you a strong foundation as you start your teaching career.

Here’s how Middlesex supports your long-term career success:

Dedicated Careers and Employability Service, offering guidance with applications, mock interviews, and access to education-focused job opportunities.
Strong employment prospects for PGCE graduates, with newly qualified teachers entering a competitive salary framework and progressing quickly as they gain experience.
Partnerships with local and regional secondary schools, helping you build professional networks during your placements that often lead to job offers.
Long-term value of QTS, the nationally recognised teaching accreditation required for most roles in secondary schools across England and respected in many countries worldwide.
Positive recognition for teacher training quality, reflecting the university’s commitment to preparing graduates for effective classroom practice and high standards of professional conduct.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing the PGCE, you can continue your professional journey through pathways such as a Master’s in Education, National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) for leadership, or specialist training programmes that support progression into curriculum development, mentoring roles, or senior leadership within schools.