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PGDE Secondary Education: Psychology

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    36 weeks full-time including 18 weeks of placement experience

Course Description

As a teacher of psychology, you’ll teach young people about the science of the mind and behaviour, and show pupils how they can analyse actions and interaction using evidence and theories.

Studying on the PGDE (Secondary) Psychology course is a rewarding and absorbing experience where you will be contributing to a growing subject at a key time in its development. You’ll develop your prior understanding of psychology, learning how to make the subject accessible to pupils. You’ll also draw on your psychological knowledge in studying how to apply the science of learning in classroom contexts.

Our tutors are highly experienced and knowledgeable and will provide you with personalised feedback throughout your studies to help you develop. They’ll also assist you in connecting with the broader community of psychology teachers throughout Scotland and internationally.

Entry Requirements

Please see our website for full details. A degree validated by a higher education institution in the United Kingdom or a degree of an equivalent standard from an institution outside the United Kingdom.

Fees

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Student Destinations

A degree in education will equip you for a range of careers working with children and young people.

Most of our PGDE 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

Module Details

Compulsory
Education Studies; Professional Values
Professional Learning Through Enquiry
Professional Skills

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