Geography teacher training

Geography isn’t just an important subject that teaches young people about the world around them – it’s also increasingly popular. With geography, there is always so much to learn and you could be sharing this knowledge with students who share your passion.

"Teaching students geography is a lot of fun, watching them get inspired by something I have taught them is brilliant. I wouldn't want to do anything else."

Benefits

By choosing to train to teach geography, you could be entitled to a tax-free bursary of £15,000 or a prestigious tax-free scholarship of £17,000. Find out more information about funding here.

Tax-free funding of up to £17,000 along with additional funding via Student Finance

Funding

At Shotton Hall SCITT, your PGCE is awarded by, globally renowned, Durham University

Durham University

We are rated as 'outstanding' by Ofsted for both our primary and secondary phases

Oustanding training

Our lead school, The Academy at Shotton Hall, is one of only 23 Research Schools in the UK

Research School

Complete your initial teacher training year with Shotton Hall SCITT in just 10 months

10-month course

We are in partnership with over 90 education providers across the North East

90+ partner schools

Lisa Keech

Career changer

WHAT OUR TRAINEES SAY ABOUT US

"Fantastic all round training. What has really stood out for me is how supportive the whole SCITT team have been throughout the year. The highlight was my second placement which was excellent and the perfect fit!"