(Secondary) Geography PGCE
University of Brighton
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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-26

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Duration

1 Year

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PGCE - Postgraduate Certificate of Education

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Falmer and the University of Sussex

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Full Time

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SEP-26

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1 Year

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Geography teachers encourage students to think critically about the environment and society, and to understand the world around them – from physical landscapes to human cultures and global issues.Our Secondary Geography PGCE leads to QTS – the professional teaching qualification.With our Ofsted ‘outstanding’ rating, Brighton offers you the chance to learn from an expert team with practical classroom experience, and to benefit from facilities that are designed to replicate actual school ...Read more

Geography teachers encourage students to think critically about the environment and society, and to understand the world around them – from physical landscapes to human cultures and global issues.Our Secondary Geography PGCE leads to QTS – the professional teaching qualification.With our Ofsted ‘outstanding’ rating, Brighton offers you the chance to learn from an expert team with practical classroom experience, and to benefit from facilities that are designed to replicate actual school environments.You’ll develop your knowledge through placements, a residential field trip and contributions from geography experts, organisations and associations.

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89/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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64th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
88th
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Maggie
24 Feb 25

Lecturers are engaging and helpful. Lecture timings can be quite difficult to work around but are..Read more

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Bonnie
24 Feb 25

Best aspects has been how friendly people are, how nice the staff are and the insides of the lecture buildings. The worst parts I would say is the general price of things, halls..Read more

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Entry requirements

Normally an honours degree or equivalent qualification in the subject specialism or a subject that is directly relevant.

GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)

At least English language and maths. Equivalence tests are available for suitable candidates.

Tuition fees

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£9,535 per year

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£18,108 per year

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Students from EU

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£18,108 per year

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Maggie
24 Feb 25
Geography
Lecturers are engaging and helpful. Lecture timings can be quite difficult to work around but are...
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Bonnie
24 Feb 25
Geography
Best aspects has been how friendly people are, how nice the staff are and the insides of the lecture buildings. The worst parts I would say is the general price of things, halls...
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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

The University of Brighton is a strong choice for postgraduate students who are looking to advance their professional careers, whether...

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Nearest train station: Falmer  0.1 miles away

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