Secondary Teaching Studies Geography (Hons) University of Hull

Overview

Be part of the lasting impact that education has on people's lives on this accelerated route towards a PGCE or taking on a teaching role in schools.

With this  Secondary Teaching Studies Geography (Hons) degree offered at University of Hull you’ll learn about children’s and young people’s development and needs. And explore education theory, research, policy and practice.

Opportunities to reflect on professional practice include a work-based module at the end of your first year. As well as visits to diverse learning environments such as mainstream and special schools, alternative provision, galleries and museums. You can also study towards an accredited Forest School certification, so you can lead children’s learning outdoors.

Our extensive network of 600+ charities, education-related organisations and schools gives you invaluable learning experiences such as guest lectures and professional practice observations. As well as opportunities to take your placement in the UK or overseas.

Future prospects

• After you graduate, you can go on to work in schools as an unqualified teacher, or start initial teacher training leading to Qualified Teacher Status (e.g. PGCE).

• Graduates also pursue other postgraduate studies, work as home education tutors, teach abroad, or take up educational roles in the arts, heritage or local government sectors. 

• Graduate careers include secondary school teacher, secondary school leadership, educator and education consultant.