PGDE Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Chemistry)
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
If you want to make a career teaching Chemistry and science in secondary schools, this course is for you. Now is your opportunity to inspire young people with your enthusiasm and love of the subject. This new course is designed to blend knowledge, research and the experiences of successful teachers.
This approach will help you grow your motivation, confidence and creativity to help you succeed in the classroom. We will also explore different teaching approaches and methodologies including interdisciplinary learning classroom research, and using technology for assessment and reflection. As a result, you will work not just with university tutors, but also the wider educational community and experts who will give you holistic advice and support on many issues affecting young people and school communities.
Qualify to teach in two subjects. We also offer dual qualification (full-time or part-time) in Chemistry and Biology or Chemistry and Physics. Apply for your first subject and discuss adding the second subject at interview.
You must meet entry requirements for both subjects.
Key highlights
- Prepares graduates to teach Chemistry and science in secondary schools
- Option to qualify in Chemistry with Biology or Physics
- Blends research with experiences of successful practising teachers
- Explores interdisciplinary learning and classroom research approaches
- Uses technology for assessment and reflection
- Support from tutors and the wider educational community
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: interview — Please note you will also be expected to attend an interview.
Scholarships
Harilela Scholarship
Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.
Up to £2,500June Scholarship
We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.
Careers this course leads to
- Secondary School Chemistry Teacher
- Secondary School Science Teacher
- Probationer Teacher
- Principal Teacher of Science
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £24,975
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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