Art and Design (PGDE - Graduates only) Professional Graduate Diploma
University of Strathclyde
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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)

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9 Months

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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)

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University of Strathclyde

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AUG-25

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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)

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AUG-25

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Study with uslearn from on-campus classes and 18 weeks of placements in schoolsbecome qualified to teach in locations worldwide opportunity to achieve 80 Masters-level creditsfunded places available (Scottish/Home students only)Why this course?As a teacher of art and design, youll be responsible for uncovering the creative spark in each and every student you teach. Youll open young peoples eyes to endless creative possibilities and show them new means by which they can express themselves. ...Read more

Study with us

  • learn from on-campus classes and 18 weeks of placements in schools
  • become qualified to teach in locations worldwide
  • opportunity to achieve 80 Masters-level credits
  • funded places available (Scottish/Home students only)

Why this course?

As a teacher of art and design, youll be responsible for uncovering the creative spark in each and every student you teach. Youll open young peoples eyes to endless creative possibilities and show them new means by which they can express themselves. Overall, youll be responsible for nurturing talent in the creatives of tomorrow.

Studying on the PGDE (Secondary) Art & Design course is a rewarding and absorbing experience and our students go on to enjoy busy careers where their skills are in great demand due to the reputation for high quality which the University of Strathclyde enjoys within the teaching profession.

Careers

A degree in education will equip you for a range of careers working with children and young people.

Most of our PGDE graduates go on to work as teachers in secondary schools across the country. Learn more about what happens after your PGDE.

Secondary School Teachers in Scotland use the Curriculum for Excellence framework. They work with their class to develop skills and abilities, and encourage the pupils to expand their knowledge and understanding further.

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WUSCA ranking:
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13/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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10th
CUG Ranking
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32nd
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04 Apr 14

Have just started my uni course so to early to comment fully but I do seem to be settling in ok so far. Looking forward to finishing so I can move to London & land my dream job in..Read more

Modules

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

C Grades / Points required

Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above.

Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above. National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics Grade C or above. Maths and English qualifications can be in progress at the time of application. For postgraduate studies, the University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 5.5) or equivalent. Given Grades may vary based on the equivalency of your specific qualifications.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from England

This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

The mentioned fee is for 2024-2025. There may be slight difference in 2025-2026.

£18,050 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

The mentioned fee is for 2024-2025. There may be slight difference in 2025-2026.

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