Gaelic Education MEd
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
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3 Years

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Professional Masters

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UHI Sabhal Mòr Ostaig

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This MEd Gaelic Education is delivered entirely through the medium of Gaelic, allowing you to develop your literacy skills in Gaelic while at the same time progressing your professional knowledge, understanding and skills relating to Gaelic education. You will focus on the following areas in your studies: Immersion pedagogy and best practice in international immersion education Research, policy and practice in Gaelic medium education Developing pupils Gaelic language proficiency Developing ...Read more

This MEd Gaelic Education is delivered entirely through the medium of Gaelic, allowing you to develop your literacy skills in Gaelic while at the same time progressing your professional knowledge, understanding and skills relating to Gaelic education.

You will focus on the following areas in your studies:

  • Immersion pedagogy and best practice in international immersion education
  • Research, policy and practice in Gaelic medium education
  • Developing pupils Gaelic language proficiency
  • Developing participants own confidence and competence in Gaelic, including understanding and use of Gaelic grammar
  • Building an awareness of Gaelic culture and identity into the curriculum
  • Supporting diverse learners in Gaelic education
  • Leading learning in Gaelic education
  • Practitioner enquiry to inform and improve practice

Career

This programme will contribute positively towards your professional learning as a teacher.


Entry requirements

  • You must be a Gaelic speaker and registered as a teacher with the GTCS


Advanced entry:

  • Successful completion of the PgCert Gaelic Medium Education (Streap), run in partnership between Sabhal Mòr Ostaig and the University of Aberdeen, may allow advanced entry to year two. You will be interviewed on entry and must have completed the full 60 credits of this programme within the last five years

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The MEd Gaelic Education is funded by the Scottish Government therefore no tuition fees will be payable by students.

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Isle of Skye Sleat Scottish Borders IV44 8RQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Mallaig  3.7 miles away

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