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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
University of Strathclyde
Full Time
AUG-25
9 Months
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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
University of Strathclyde
Full Time
AUG-25
9 Months
Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
John Anderson Campus
Full Time
AUG-25
36 Weeks
Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
John Anderson Campus
Part Time
AUG-25
2 Years
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?
Training to become an English teacher gives you the opportunity to share your passion for the subject, inspiring and shaping the lives of your students.
Teaching English at Secondary level gives you the opportunity to share your passion for your degree subject, open the hearts and minds of your students to new experiences and to develop in them a love of language and literature. Youll also develop their key literacy skills such as reading, writing, talking and listening which play an integral role in learning across the curriculum.
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.
Exam type
Scottish HigherScottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
The mentioned fee is for 2024-2025. There may be slight difference in 2025-2026.
£18,050 per year
Students from International
The mentioned fee is for 2024-2025. There may be slight difference in 2025-2026.
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