Tuition Fee
GBP 18,050
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Home Economics
Area of study
Services
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 18,050
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
The PGDE Secondary Education: Home Economics program at the University of Strathclyde prepares students to become qualified secondary school teachers in Home Economics. It equips them with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and pedagogical expertise through a modular structure that includes placement experience. The program culminates in a certification recognized by the General Teaching Council for Scotland and the Scottish Government, opening up career opportunities in various educational settings.
Program Outline
PGDE Secondary Education: Home Economics - University of Strathclyde
Degree Overview:
The PGDE Secondary Education: Home Economics program at the University of Strathclyde is a professional graduate diploma in education designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to become qualified secondary school teachers of Home Economics.
Objectives:
- To develop students' understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of education.
- To equip students with the practical skills and pedagogical knowledge required for effective teaching.
- To foster students' professional development and reflective practice.
- To prepare students for a career in teaching Home Economics in secondary schools.
Outline:
The PGDE program is modular in structure and delivered over 36 weeks, including 18 weeks of placement experience. Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.
Course Schedule:
- Full-time: 36 weeks, including 18 weeks of placement experience.
- Part-time: Two years, including 18 weeks of full-time placement experience.
Modules:
- Education Studies: Professional Values: This module explores the theoretical underpinnings of education, including issues of social justice, equality, and ethical and political ideas. Students are encouraged to reflect on their values and beliefs in relation to educational questions and issues.
- Professional Learning Through Enquiry: This module aims to develop students as enquiring and reflective practitioners who can work collaboratively to develop skills, knowledge, and expertise in an area of professional practice. Students are supported to become autonomous and transformative leaders of change.
- Professional Skills: This module is taught both on campus and in schools and focuses on developing students' pedagogical theory, observation skills, and practical application of knowledge and understanding in the classroom.
Assessment:
- The PGDE program is assessed through a combination of coursework, presentations, and practical teaching experiences.
- Students must pass all course modules to be awarded the PGDE.
- Students have the opportunity to submit two of their assignments at Masters level, which can be used towards further study following the course.
Teaching:
- The course encourages an active and participative style of learning to meet students' professional needs and promote a commitment to continuing professional development.
- The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions.
- Students have access to a modern Food Lab and a designated textile workshop to practice their teaching approaches.
- The program emphasizes practical skills and approaches, and students are expected to undertake Certificated Evidence of Competence in textiles prior to starting the PGDE course if their degree is Nutrition-based.
Careers:
- The PGDE is a well-recognised teaching qualification worldwide.
- Most graduates go on to work as teachers in secondary schools across the country.
- Other potential career paths include:
- Head Teacher
- Further Education Lecturer
- Special Educational Needs Teacher
- Charity Adviser
- Youth Worker
- Museum Educator
- Education Liaison Roles
- Private Tutor
Other:
- Home Economics in secondary schools encompasses:
- Health & Nutrition
- Practical Food Techniques
- Consumer Studies
- Textile Technology
- The program is regulated by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) and the Scottish Government.
- Students from Scotland, other parts of the UK, and the Republic of Ireland are eligible to join the Teacher Induction Scheme (TIS), which provides a guaranteed 1-year training post in a local authority.
- The Preference Waiver Scheme offers a financial incentive for students to agree to be allocated to their one-year post anywhere in Scotland.
- The program is fully supported by additional input during the program, allowing students to achieve up to 120 credits at Masters level.
- Part-time study The PGDE can be studied part-time over two years for all secondary subjects, except for Physical Education and Technological Studies. 2024 entry Go back UCAS Applications Apply through UCAS if you are a UK or EU applicant. International applicants may apply through UCAS if they are applying to more than one UK University. Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education PGDE Full-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education (Gaelic medium) PGDE Full-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now Direct Applications Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education PGDE full-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education PGDE part-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education (Gaelic medium) PGDE full-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now Start date: Aug 2024 Secondary Education (Gaelic medium) PGDE part-time Start date: Aug 2024 Apply now
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About University
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Total programs
511
Average ranking globally
#276
Average ranking in the country
#6
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Degree Requirements:
- An ordinary degree, or international equivalent.
- Degree must include:
- 80 SCQF credits with 40 credits at SCQF level 8 from at least two of the following subjects:
- Consumer studies
- Food studies
- Food or textile technology
- Nutrition
- The other 40 SCQF credits must be from the above, or any areas outlined below:
- Family studies (parenting; childhood studies; family lifestyles; socioeconomic influences; environmental issues)
- Food sciences (food chemistry; composition of foods, processing and manufacturing of foodstuffs; functional properties of foods; biotechnology; microbiology)
- Health (health promotion; health education; determinants of health, lifestyles and health; environmental issues; health and food policies)
- Hospitality (practical food preparation skills; food preparation techniques)
- Textile studies (textile construction; properties; finishes; contemporary developments; production systems; textile futures; design technologies)
- **Evidence of certified competency in textiles, practical food or nutrition is required if this is not included in the degree.
- Maths & English:
- Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above
- National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics Grade C or above
- Maths and English qualifications can be in progress at the time of application.
- Experience & References:
- Evidence that you have experience of working with children in a secondary school or related setting
- Relevant experience should be noted in your personal statement. Where possible, opportunities should be sought to gain experience in contexts which involve working with children and/or young people.
- References:
- Applications made via UCAS require one reference and those made via the University direct system require two. This should be an academic reference if you are a current student or recent graduate (ie within the last 5 years). A professional reference (current/recent employer who can testify to your suitability to teach) is acceptable if you graduated more than 5 years ago. This can also relate to any voluntary experience you have working with children/young people.
- A reference must be included with your UCAS application; only in very exceptional circumstances will we consider an application without one and you must explain in your personal statement why this has been omitted. The reference should be provided as soon as possible as no offer can be made until the reference has been received. References from family or friends are not acceptable.
- English Language Requirements:
- You're required to have a suitable minimum level of competency in the English language if your first language is not English or if you haven't been educated wholly or mainly in the medium of English.
- For postgraduate studies, the University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 5.5) or equivalent. Tests are valid for two years.
- Pre-sessional courses in English are available.
- Please note that IELTS is not equivalent to a Higher (SCQF Level 6) English qualification. These are two separate requirements. In order to meet the PGDE entry requirements you'll be required to have both or equivalent.
- PVG and overseas police check requirements:
- All applicants who have been offered a place on the PGDE course will be required to complete an application to Join PVG Scheme or an application for Existing PVG Scheme Member through Strathclyde University prior to starting the course. Students will be required to pay between £18 to £59 depending on the related work they apply to.
- If applicable, applicants who have been given an offer will also be required to obtain the relevant oversea(s) certificate(s) of good conduct.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- **IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 5.5) or equivalent.
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