PGCE Secondary Geography at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Train to teach secondary-level Geography and gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Train to become a secondary Geography teacher and gain recommendation for Qualified Teacher Status. Prepare for a career in secondary teaching, with training that leads to a PGCE and recommendation for QTS.

What you will study

Secondary PGCE courses - The University of Manchester Develop the knowledge, skills and classroom experience to teach secondary Geography. Our PGCE Secondary Geography course prepares you to teach Geography across the 11-16 or 11-18 age range.

Career pathways

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 Geography in secondary schools.

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Application information

Entry requirements

- Minimum 2:2 honours degree in geography or a related subject (e.g. environmental management, environmental sciences, geology, or planning and development). If you are unsure, please contact us to discuss your qualifications. 104 UCAS points at A-level. In addition, applicants who do not have a geography degree must have a B in geography at A-level. Minimum grade C or 4 at GCSE (or equivalent) in English language and mathematics. Experience: We recommend that you spend at least two days observing secondary school or sixth form teaching prior to attending an interview. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.5 in writing, no sub-section below 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 25,900 a year (2027/28). PGCE (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.find-postgraduate-teacher-training.service.gov.uk/course/M20/347G

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