About this course
Goldsmiths, University of London offers PGCE (Secondary) - Science Education - Biology, Chemistry or Physics as a 1-year postgraduate Graduate Certificate programme in Biological Sciences. Based in London, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £21,200 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 92. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics . Please note, we can only accept some UK and international GCSE equivalent. An undergraduate honours degree , at 2:2 or above from a university in the United Kingdom or an international equivalent in a subject related to the science that you wish to teach. If you have done a degree that goes across the sciences then 50% of your degree must comprise of the science subject you wish to study. Psychology may be acceptable depending on the modules you have chosen during your degree and your A-level qualifications. If your degree does not have the 50% required in your chosen science you can still submit an application as you may still be able to gain a place subject to completing a subject enhancement course (mainly for Chemistry and Physics).
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
