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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
University of Strathclyde
Full Time
14-AUG-24
9 Months
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Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland)
University of Strathclyde
Full time
14-AUG-24
9 Months
Select a subject
The Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) is the graduate entry route to those who want to become a Primary or Secondary teacher in Scotland. The PGDE is an internationally recognised qualification, newly qualified teachers will be able to apply for qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent in their home country. Why PGDE Geography - Gaelic Medium at Strathclyde?This course is a professional training course which qualifies you to teach secondary education.The qualification is recognised throughout the world and is regulated by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) and the Scottish Government.You learn from on-campus classes and 18 weeks of placements in schools in Scotland.The qualification allows you to teach in locations worldwide.If you're a Scottish, rest of UK or EU student, you're guaranteed a job for one year in a Scottish school after you graduate.On the PGDE Geography you'll gain experience in all of these approaches and develop knowledge and understanding of the curriculum at different stages. Full support will be given throughout the course by an experienced geography specialist to enhance your classroom practice. The course sets you up for a successful teaching career regardless of your chosen destination. Your CareerA 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. Recent graduate job titles include:Secondary TeacherHead TeacherFurther Education LecturerSpecial Educational Needs Teacher
Exam type
Scottish HigherScottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above.
A national qualification in English at SCQF Level 6 (Higher) Grade C or above.A national qualification in Maths at SCQF Level 5 (National 5) Grade C or above.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
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.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£18,050 per year
Students from EU
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£18,050 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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