Biology with Science (PGDE - Graduates only)
University of Strathclyde
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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)

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9 Months

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University of Strathclyde

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Study with uslearn from on-campus classes and 18 weeks of placements in schoolsbecome qualified to teach in locations worldwideopportunity to achieve 80 Masters-level creditsfunded places available (Scottish/Home students only)Why this course?The biology component of the PGDE course builds on your existing knowledge of biology to transform it into a form which school pupils can understand. You'll work in groups with other student teachers to explore the practicalities of teaching a biology ...Read more

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  • 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?

The biology component of the PGDE course builds on your existing knowledge of biology to transform it into a form which school pupils can understand. You'll work in groups with other student teachers to explore the practicalities of teaching a biology class before, during and after the lesson. What prior knowledge do the pupils have about the topic? What misconceptions are they likely to have and how can you address them?

What about behaviour management? How can you plan practical work so it engages pupils’ thinking? How can you help pupils to learn to love biology? Once you have the taught the lesson, how you will reflect on what you could do better in future.

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7/279
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What students say
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Student Reviewer
02 Mar 15

I've previously been to Glasgow Caledonian which feels more homely as it is smaller. Strathclyde is very good uni..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
02 Mar 15

Overall very good. Could use more food options at the union and affordable parking for..Read more

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Entry requirements

An ordinary degree or international equivalent.

Degree must include:

  • at least 80 SCQF credits in biology. Credits should cover one subject from list A and list B below:

List A

  • Animal biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Human biology
  • Biomolecular science

List B

  • Botany
  • Plant biology

Medical-related degrees are not appropriate due to their clinical nature.

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£9,250 per year

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£20,950 per year

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University of Strathclyde
The Learning and Teaching Building 49 Richmond Street Glasgow Scotland G1 1XU United Kingdom
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