3Sep
UndergraduateCourse summary
Education is an interesting field of study in its own right. You will learn about formal and informal education in relation to political and social issues. Studying history - the story of humanity through the ages - develops your knowledge of the past and gives you a better understanding of the present. Why Education and History at Strathclyde? Learn about the context in which we live today through some of the most important and interesting periods in UK and world history Benefit from excellent teaching in a range of professionally relevant areas, such as problem-solving, communication, research methods and interpretation that enhance your employability Develop your knowledge and understanding of the education systems of Scotland and beyond Joint Honours Education graduates will be able to explore postgraduate routes into teaching careers (via the PGDE). Your Career Our graduates will have opportunities to work in professions associated with education, for example, in law, psychology, journalism, the Civil Service, and the Museums Service. A joint Honours degree in Education and another subject will qualify you to apply for the Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) course, either primary or secondary.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- VX13
- Institution code:
- S78
- Campus name:
- University of Strathclyde
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification Requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB - BBB
Scottish Higher - AAAA
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 32 points
Scottish HNC - Pass
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Scotland | £1820* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £19600 | Year 1 |
| International | £19600 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
Undergraduate students who live in Scotland will usually have their tuition fees paid by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you have previously attended university or college or are not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS to check your eligibility to have your fees paid. SAAS will pay your tuition fees directly to Strathclyde.
Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.
The University of Strathclyde offers a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. For further information, please consult the following page: https://www.strath.ac.uk/studywithus/scholarships/.
For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ