SSERC | Environmental Science for Non-Specialists May 2027

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May
2027

Environmental Science for Non-Specialists All Events

Event Start: 09:00

Event Finish: 17:00

Join us at our Dunfermline site for this one-day, hands-on course designed to support geography teachers delivering Environmental Science qualifications.

The programme introduces a range of practical techniques and investigations that can be adapted for use in schools, including those without access to specialist laboratory facilities. Participants will explore activities involving refractometry, hydrometry, photosynthesis and respiration, soil analysis, sustainable materials and biofuels, developing the practical skills and confidence to incorporate engaging experimental work into their teaching.

The course also provides an excellent opportunity to refresh your subject knowledge, explore new approaches to practical teaching and share ideas with fellow geography teachers delivering Environmental Science.

The programme is aligned with the GTCS Standard for Full Registration and the National Model for Professional Learning.

Course attendance fees for delegates have been generously paid by a bursary awarded by Ocean Winds UK.

Delegates will also receive a resource pack containing approximately £400 worth of practical equipment to support the delivery of activities in their own schools.

Course Date: 13th May 2027

Closing Date: 16th April 2027

Course Tutor

Johnathan Doran

01383 626070

johnathan.doran@sserc.scot

Location

The course will be held at SSERC in Dunfermline. Our SSERC buildings are at 2 Pitreavie Court, Dunfermline, KY11 8UU. SSERC is a short (5-10 minutes) walk from Rosyth railway station and close to the end of the A823(M) spur off Junction 2 of the M90 motorway. Car journey times (approximately): Edinburgh – 30 min; Glasgow – 60 min; Aberdeen – 2.5 hours; Inverness – 3 hours.

Cost

Free
(Funding for attendance fees generously provided by Ocean Winds)

On completion of the course, participants will be able to:

Demonstrate a range of practical techniques relevant to Environmental Science qualifications.
Adapt practical investigations for safe and effective delivery in non-specialist classroom settings.
Apply enhanced subject knowledge and practical skills to support teaching and learning in Environmental Science.

Please complete the form below to register for an a place on Environmental Science for Non-Specialists

Please note that this form must be completed by the delegate. Do not apply on behalf of colleagues or new staff. We reserve the right to reject all applications not completed by the delegate.

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