Secondary Business Studies with QTS (14-19) PGCE

This course is subject to validation. Become a confident and skilled business studies teacher ready to make a real impact in secondary education. Upon successful completion of our PGCE Secondary Business Studies with QTS (14-19), you’ll gain a recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status.If you’re passionate about business, finance, or economics and want to inspire the next generation, our PGCE Secondary Business at Edge Hill University is the ideal route into teaching. Whether you’re a recent graduate or considering a career change, this programme will equip you with the skills, confidence, and professional expertise to thrive as a business studies teacher in secondary schools.You’ll learn how to bring complex business concepts to life through creative, inclusive, and practical lessons that connect the classroom to the real world, from entrepreneurship and ethical decision-making to financial literacy. A strong focus on curriculum planning, behaviour management, and effective communication will help you develop into a reflective and adaptable educator.Extensive school-based placements are a core part of the course, giving you significant hands-on experience in a variety of settings. Supported by dedicated university tutors and experienced school mentors, you’ll build your classroom presence and learn to meet the needs of diverse learners.Successful completion of the programme leads to a recommendation for the Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).