[Royal Geographical Society](https://www.rgs.org)

February 2027

Up to £1,000 per award; typically two grants awarded annually; project duration up to 12 months.

Supports secondary geography teachers and university collaborators to develop innovative, curriculum-led educational resources.

Projects must involve a university partner; outputs are published and shared with the educational community.

--- ## Description The Innovative Geography Teaching Grants are designed to foster creative and research-informed geography teaching at the secondary school level. Funded by the Royal Geographical Society, these grants encourage the development of imaginative curriculum-led resources—often linked to research, fieldwork, or expeditions—in collaboration with a university partner. Successful projects have their resources published online, making them accessible to the wider teaching community and supporting both student learning and professional development among educators. --- ## Due Dates - February 2027 (anticipated/projection) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to £1,000 per project. - Typically, two grants of £1,000 are awarded annually. - Funding is intended for resource development; projects are expected to begin within 12 months of the award and be completed within 12 months thereafter. --- ## Eligibility - Lead applicants must be geography teachers at the secondary education level. - Each project must include a university collaborator; higher education partners are expected to hold a PhD at the time of application. - The project must focus on developing imaginative and creative educational resources in geography, suitable for secondary school students. - Only one application per individual per annual cycle (exceptions apply for some other RGS grants). - Projects must not be retrospective or for tuition/living costs, gap years, or charity fundraising. - Applicants do not need to be members of the Society unless otherwise specified in the detailed guidelines. --- ## Application Process - Read the [Guidance for Society grant applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/), which details conditions, expectations, and application requirements. - Submit the application by email to [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org). - Two supporting statements are required, including one from the Head of Department, Head Teacher, or Employer of the lead applicant. References must be sent directly by email to [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org) by the deadline. - Applications are assessed within approximately four months of the deadline. - For further details and application forms, visit the [Innovative Geography Teaching Grants page](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/innovative-geography-teaching-grants/). --- ## Additional Information - Funded projects have included resources on climate justice, fieldwork toolkits, sustainable development, GIS in crime mapping, and more. - Outputs are published on the RGS website for broad access and impact. - Equipment costs should not exceed 25% of the total award. - Grant holders are expected to submit preliminary and final reports upon completion. --- ## External Links - [Teaching Grants Overview](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants) - [Innovative Geography Teaching Grants Program Page](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/teaching-grants/innovative-geography-teaching-grants/) - [Guidance for Society Grant Applicants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/) - [FAQs for RGS Grants](https://www.rgs.org/exploration/grants/guidance-for-society-grant-applicants/frequently-asked-questions) - [Example Resource: Inspirational Places, Changing Places](https://www.rgs.org/schools/resources-for-schools/inspirational-places-changing-places/) - [Example Resource: Investigating the Geography of Crime](https://www.rgs.org/schools/resources-for-schools/investigating-the-geography-of-crime/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [enquiries@rgs.org](mailto:enquiries@rgs.org) | | Grants Manager | [grants@rgs.org](mailto:grants@rgs.org) | | Phone | +44 (0)20 7591 3000 | | Contact Page | [RGS Contact Us](https://www.rgs.org/about-us/contact-us/) | ---

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