PGCE Geography with QTS

Entry requirements

We welcome students from all backgrounds and accept a wide range of qualifications.

You must have a GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) in both English language and mathematics prior to application and if you are offered an interview you will undertake a written task to assess your level of standard English and a mathematics diagnostic task to assess your numeracy skills.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Birmingham Newman University’s Secondary PGCE programme provides a comprehensive and supportive pathway into teaching.

You’ll receive tailored guidance and placements that match your aspirations, with a focus on inclusion and diverse learning environments. Our experienced tutors and expert networks ensure you gain the knowledge and confidence to excel in the classroom. From early induction to career-focused school placements, we help you develop into a skilled teacher capable of making a real difference in the lives of students. From a thorough induction to career-focused placements, the programme is designed to help you grow into a reflective and impactful educator.

Community-focused mentorship is embedded in our approach, with many of our PGCE graduates becoming mentors themselves, supporting the next generation of teachers and giving back to local communities. This commitment to community and professional development is a hallmark of the programme’s success and the lasting impact of its students.

Birmingham Newman University’s Secondary PGCE programme offers a dynamic, hands-on approach to teacher training. With personalised support, we ensure that each trainee receives the guidance they need to succeed. Our unique placement system connects you with schools that match your career aspirations, including specialist placements in areas like social, emotional, and mental health.

You’ll be trained in inclusive teaching strategies, with a particular emphasis on SEND adaptation, allowing you to cater to diverse student needs effectively. Our strong Ofsted report reflects the quality of the programme, ensuring you’re equipped to make a lasting impact on your students.

The course also offers early online induction, ensuring you feel supported and engaged from the start. With a broad network of subject experts, school partners, and professional organisations, you’ll have opportunities to build meaningful connections within the education sector.

By the end of the programme, you’ll be ready to step confidently into the classroom, having received the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to transform education for future generations.

If you have studied Geography, you will know that it is the most dynamic and engaging subject in the curriculum. As a Geography teacher you will have the chance to inspire the next generation of geographers. As a trainee at Birmingham Newman University, you will learn what it means to ‘think geographically’ and how to engage learners in exploring the key issues in the subject. We will also show you how to plan and deliver geography outside the classroom.

The course has been carefully designed to provide you with the skills needed to be the best teacher that you can be. It is informed by current developments in the discipline, feedback from students, external examiners and schools, and supported by current research into best practice.

Fees and funding