Course summary
This course is for students who have gained previous credits at masters level from a postgraduate teaching diploma or equivalent and who wish to ‘top up’ their awards to a full masters qualification. The course is flexible in that it offers you the opportunity to study either face-to-face or online through the modules chosen. It also enables you to engage in your own research through the production of a 15,000 word dissertation. This course also gives you an ideal opportunity to upgrade your Masters-level qualifications into a recognised and respected award.
Modules
Year 1- In your first year, you'll study the compulsory module Research Methodologies and Reasoning. Delivered online in the evening, this module will introduce you to the theory and practice of research in education and equip you with the skills required to undertake your dissertation in Year 2. Depending on your prior PGDE credits, you might also study one or more optional modules chosen from a wide range of classes in such areas as inclusion, health and wellbeing, or digital education. Modules run in the evenings or on Saturdays, and some are taught entirely online, meaning that you can gain a master's level qualification while still working. Year 2- In Year 2, you'll commence a research project in an area of your own practice. The project can be empirical or desk-based, and it will be written up in the form of a 12-15,000 word dissertation. Throughout the project you'll be supported by a supervisor who will guide you in the processes of carrying out the research and writing up its findings. The dissertation is an opportunity to become an inquiring practitioner by pursuing an aspect of your professional practice towards a research-informed conclusion.
Assessment method
Assessment varies from module to module but is always in the form of continuous assessment. There are no summative examinations.
Entry requirements
PGDE qualification gained within the last five years.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://www.strath.ac.uk/courses/postgraduatetaught/professionalpractice/#feesfunding
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ