Overview
As a teacher of art and design, you’ll be responsible for uncovering the creative spark in each and every student you teach. You’ll open young people’s eyes to endless creative possibilities and show them new means by which they can express themselves. Overall, you’ll be responsible for nurturing talent in the creatives of tomorrow.
What you'll learn
This Secondary Education - Art and Design course at University of Strathclyde will equip you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you require. The PGDE is modular in structure and students will study three modules across the year:
- Education Studies; Professional Values
- Professional Learning Through Enquiry
- Professional Skills
- Curriculum and Pedagogy
- Professional Practice
Careers
A degree in education will equip you for a range of careers working with children and young people.
Most of our Professional Graduate Diploma graduates go on to work as teachers in secondary schools across the country.
Secondary School Teachers in Scotland use the Curriculum for Excellence framework. They work with their class to develop skills and abilities, and encourage the pupils to expand their knowledge and understanding further.
Jobs related to this degree include:
- Secondary Teacher
- Head Teacher
- Further Education Lecturer
- Special Educational Needs Teacher
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professional Learning Through Enquiry
- Education Studies; Professional Values
- Professional Skills
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 9 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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- If you’re applying for postgraduate teacher training courses, such as the PGDE, you must apply through the UCAS undergraduate website.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Design Secondary Education Art Education View 528 other Masters in Design in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- an honours degree with a clear focus on art and/or design, that has been validated by a higher education institution in the United Kingdom or a degree of an equivalent standard from an institution outside the United Kingdom
- the degree must have at least 80 credits covering both fine art and design from a range of the following practical subjects (a maximum of 20 credits may come from Digital Art/Design or Photography).
Tuition Fee
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International
15150 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15150 GBP per year during 9 months. -
National
1820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 9 months.
- Rest of UK: £9,250
Living costs for Glasgow
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.