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Overview
The Specialist Qualification in Headship course at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) connects directly with Local Authority and national leadership programmes.
The programme utilises a collaborative approach to online learning, with activities designed to develop teacher agency, support professional dialogue, and develop skills in strategic leadership. You will choose the focus of your work for each module to fit with your professional role and responsibilities, whilst the collaborative learning activities support you and your fellow participants to work together on leadership practice and develop creative responses to leading change.
What can I do on completion of my course?
On successful completion of the PGCert Into Headship and national programme led by Education Scotland, you will be qualified to be appointed as a Head Teacher in Scotland.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Critical reflection for middle leadership
- Enacting middle leadership
- Developing as a strategic leader
- Leading strategic change
- Shaping professional identity and practice
- Building capacity in excellence and equity
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 42 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
OR 4.5
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Inverness, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
88
OR 4.5
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
E2 Language Test Prep Trusted by 7M+ Students
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
- Honours or ordinary degree with relevant practice experience
- You must be employed full- or part-time in an education setting, with current GTCS Registration as a Primary or Secondary teacher
- For entry into the PgCert Into Headship or PgCert In Headship, you must be nominated by your employer
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1273 GBP / module≈ 1273 GBP / module -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents647 GBP / module≈ 647 GBP / module
Additional Details
- Rest of the UK: £7,560 per year
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Specialist Qualification in Headship.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
EU/EEA/Switzerland Nationals Scholarship
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Thomas and Margaret Roddan Trust Bursary
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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