PGCE Teaching Bursary for STEM Subjects

• Interested in teaching STEM? Attractive bursary

  Kick-start a rewarding secondary school teaching career with a one academic year (9 months) Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at Queen's University – offering generous bursaries for Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and IT.

  Build real classroom confidence through hands-on school placements, research-informed training and workshop-style teaching led by expert subject specialists. You’ll receive dedicated support, join a strong networked community of practice, and benefit from excellent career prospects in STEM subjects where Northern Ireland schools are actively recruiting. Take advantage of alternative placement opportunities and set yourself up for a balanced and rewarding future.

  OUR PGCEs WITH A BURSARY

  Find out more about our PGCE subjects with a STEM bursary, using the links below. Discover the course, entry requirements and the application process.

  Mathematics
  Science (Chemistry)
  Science (Physics)
  Computing/IT with Digital Skills for Creative Enterprise
  *Irish Medium Education (IME) - teaching through the medium of Irish in Irish-medium schools

  KEY INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

  Get dedicated support throughout your PGCE journey at Queen's. You'll learn in small, workshop-style groups with specialist subject leads championing your development. Join us to grow a vibrant networked community of practice and broaden your experience through placements at secondary schools who we have strong partnerships with. 

  • Start date: September 2026
  • Course duration: 36 weeks (full-time)
  • Deadline to apply: 31 January 2026
  • Entry requirements: Honours degree in relevant area
  • Open to students, graduates, working professionals etc. 
  • Got a question? Email sseswpgceadmissions@qub.ac.uk

  GENEROUS FUNDING

  Successful PGCE applicants in the selected subjects will be considered for a combined bursary of £17,000, which includes £1,000 per month for living costs and full coverage of tuition fees. Please note, there is a limit on the number of bursaries available. The Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Bursary Scheme is a strategic investment by the Department for Education (DfE) to support teacher recruitment in STEM education. Please note, a separate bursary application is not required, simply apply for the PGCE.