PGCE Secondary - Geography at Durham University

The PGCE Secondary in Geography will help you acquire the skills to ignite an enthusiasm for the key geography concepts of space, place and the relationship between people and their environment. The course introduces you to the range and scope of Geography as a curriculum subject across the 11-16 age range. Developing subject knowledge and pedagogical skills, you will examine the techniques employed by the most experienced teachers to make geography accessible and stimulating to pupils of all backgrounds.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: Education  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The University-based sessions focus on a weekly specific pedagogical theme, integrated with sessions devoted to your subject specialism, delivered by subject specialists in the University and the school partnership. Compulsory modules include New Generation of Learners, Pedagogy Practice Inquiry, Curriculum Development in Practice.

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