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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

Subject areas

Geography

Course Summary

Teaching secondary-age children is your chance to share your passion for your subject and inspire the next generation.Teaching children isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Every subject is different, which is why we centre our support on subject-specific knowledge, up-to-date teaching practices and, most importantly, your specific needs as a trainee teacher.On successful completion of this degree and having met the Teachers’ Standards, you will be recommended for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). All our PGCE Secondary courses lead to the award of a level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,535

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£15,000

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (usually 2:2 or above) with a significant proportion in Geography. Please note that applicants with third-class honours degrees will be considered on an individual basis, and normally only if applicants have additional qualifications and/or significant relevant professional experience.

GCSE Grade 4 (or C or accepted equivalent) in English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. If you do not already have the appropriate GCSEs, or if you are unable to provide proof of your grades, please refer to the GCSE Equivalency information below.

The ability to read effectively and communicate clearly and accurately in spoken and written standard English.

Suitable personal and intellectual qualities required for teaching in secondary schools.

Applicants also need to demonstrate the commitment, attitudes and values appropriate to those of a secondary teacher and the potential to train as a teacher. Strong applicants often have experience in secondary schools, but this is not a requirement.

In addition to the above essential entry requirements, successful applicants also tend to have:

Advanced level qualifications (or equivalent) in Geography.

Experience of observing the teaching in a secondary school in this country.

You will also need to meet additional entry requirements set by the Department for Education (DfE) for selection. This includes the completion of a health check and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

University information

Whether students are aiming to progress in their career, switch paths or dive deeper into a subject, postgraduate degrees from Leeds Trinity University are built to help every learner grow and reach their fullest potential. Students benefit from expert support, strong industry connections and flexible learning in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment, where every voice is heard. The university offers an impressive range of postgraduate...more