PGCE Secondary Economics and Business Education / Careers

Year of entry: 2027

Career opportunities

This PGCE gives you a large amount of first-hand classroom experience which is probably the best way to set you up for your full-time role once qualified.

The course has allowed me to make a smooth transition from trainee to qualified. As a cohort, we developed a strong bond with one another that has continued beyond the course. We have been able to support and learn from one another over the year.

Harvey Williams / PGCE Graduate and teacher of Economics and Business Studies

Career opportunities

Completing a PGCE is one route to becoming a qualified teacher. This course is suited to graduates who want to gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and teach Economics and Business Education in secondary schools. QTS is needed to teach in state-maintained or special schools in England and Wales.

The PGCE also gives you a postgraduate qualification and can count as 60 of the 180 credits required for a master's degree if you choose to continue your professional development in Education.

Careers support

As a PGCE Secondary Economics and Business Education student, you will be supported to prepare for your next steps in teaching and education. At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help boost your employability , such as careers fairs, employer presentations, and workshops through the University's dedicated .

As a student at Manchester, you would have full access to this service during your studies and for two years after you graduate.