Postgraduate Diploma In Mentoring (fully online)
University of BuckinghamBuckingham, United Kingdom
Course overview
Start and duration Jan, 1 year Sep, 1 year Level Postgraduate Qualification Postgraduate Diploma Campus Online School School of Education
Key highlights
- Examines what makes an effective mentor in education
- Responds to 2024 requirement for trained mentors in schools
- Focuses on mentoring teacher trainees in school settings
- Delivered fully online through the School of Education
Entry requirements
COURSE FEES HOW TO APPLY About the course Mentoring in Education has been the subject of debate for many years, and recent developments in schools, universities and teacher training in general have emphasised the importance of examining what makes an effective mentor. Since September 2024 all schools are required to have trained Mentors to monitor teacher trainees in schools.
Scholarships
Beloff Scholarships
Two scholarships of £2,500 are available to students who show an interest in and passion for political economy applied to public policy and who join the programme in September.
Up to £2,500Postgraduate First-Class Scholarship
The scholarship will reduce tuition fees by 33% for new UK and international postgraduate students.
Careers this course leads to
- School-based mentor
- Initial teacher training mentor
- Professional tutor
- Teacher educator
- Early career teacher induction tutor
Cost of study
UK/Home: £3,300 per year
Admission
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