Course summary
This programme allows you to tailor your studies from a range of elective classes and is ideal for those who want a broader range of study. By completing this degree you'll gain a critical understanding of education while being able to tailor your choice of elective subjects to suit your preferred area of specialism. Rather than leading to a teaching qualification, it enables you to develop skills to study at Masters level and develop a sophisticated understanding of the concept of policy relating to education. It will allow you to extend your interest and understanding of learning and engage in a range of other, education-related areas.
Modules
This programme allows you to tailor your studies through a choice of classes guided by your Advisor of Studies. Under the Education Studies framework, specialist pathways include: Educational Leadership, Philosophy with Children (only such course in the UK), Supporting Teacher Learning (GTCS Recognition), Inclusive Education (GTCS Recognition), Health and Wellbeing, Digital Education. Year 1: Three classes, typically one per semester. Some classes are taught fully online, while others involve a blend of distance and face-to-face learning. Face-to-face sessions involve attending occasional on campus days (Saturdays). Distance learning sessions involve participation in a weekly online seminar. These are scheduled in the evening to accommodate working professionals. Students who decide to complete their studies after one year will graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate. Year 2: Two optional classes and a compulsory class, which are taken over a period broadly similar to the three school terms. The compulsory class, Research Methods and Reasoning, is delivered entirely online. Students who decide to complete their studies at the end of Year 2 will graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma. Dissertation: Following the Postgraduate Diploma you can undertake a research dissertation in a subject area of your choice. We will match you to an appropriate supervisor to provide one-to-one support. Your dissertation can be completed via distance learning to provide flexibility.
Assessment method
Assessment is through a combination of portfolio, essay, presentation and other forms of formative assessment.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate degree. Some modules require General Teaching Council for Scotland registration or other qualified teacher status and for you to be working in schools.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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