Secondary (English Medium) PGDE

**What is special about this course?**<br/><br/>This PGDE Secondary (English Medium) (Part-time) programme is aimed at graduates wishing to follow a part-time route to become a Secondary teacher in Scotland. <br/><br/>It begins with online study, Monday evening online seminars and one day per week in school, and builds up to five-day weeks in school placements, between April and June of year 2. Please read the FAQs to see a draft calendar and for more detail about the course structure. <br/><br/>Secondary subjects available on the part-time programme:<br/><br/>◾ Biology and Science<br/>◾ Chemistry and Science<br/>◾ Computing Science<br/>◾ English<br/>◾ Gaelic<br/>◾ Home Economics<br/>◾ Mathematics<br/>◾ Physics and Science<br/>◾ Religious Education<br/>◾ Technological Education <br/><br/>**Special features**<br/>◾ Can be studied from anywhere in Scotland<br/>◾ Course team of experienced teachers<br/>◾ School based mentors<br/>◾ School placements offered locally<br/><br/>**How long will my course last?**<br/>Part-time (structured): 2 years @ 16 hours per week (up to approximately 35 hours per week in April-June of the second year)<br/><br/>Number of hours per week indicates the total number of hours you should dedicate to the course, including time spent on individual study, in lectures and tutorials, and on placement.<br/><br/>**Important: Please read our FAQ sheet for essential information about applying to this programme on our website.**<br/><br/>**Please note:**<br/><br/>◾Your personal statement and supporting reference must clearly demonstrate the experiences and understanding that make you feel ready and capable to become a primary teacher<br/>◾This course does not accept applications for deferred entry; if you wish to take a year out, for example, you must apply next year.<br/>◾You should only apply for either the part-time or full-time programme, whichever best suits your circumstances. You will only be invited to the online selection event for your chosen route<br/>◾Full-time programmes are not available by distance learning. Please apply via the links on our website for the Part-time programmes.