There are many ways to become a qualified chemistry teacher
There are many different ways of getting into teaching and these routes are dependent on where you live.
You can train as an undergraduate or postgraduate, full time or part-time, and you can choose a university-led or school-led course. When you complete that course, you will be awarded Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) which allows you to teach in all state-maintained schools.
We recommend that you gain an undergraduate degree in chemistry and then complete a postgraduate qualification which allows you to teach. As there are so many postgradute options, you should find the course that works best for you.
Did you know – the Royal Society of Chemistry, in partnership with the Department for Education, offers prestigious scholarships to support talented individuals entering secondary chemistry teacher training in England? Find out more about our scheme and how to apply.
In England, Scotland and Wales you can search and apply for teacher training courses through UCAS. There are some teacher training routes which you can’t apply for through UCAS so check your individual options.
In Northern Ireland, apply directly to the institution where you want to do your teacher training so contact them directly.
In the Republic of Ireland, you can apply through the postgraduate applications centre (PAC) for some courses, while for others you will need to apply directly to the institution.
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