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Join our program to experience on-campus learning combined with 18 weeks of school placementsqualify to teach internationallyearn up to 80 Masters-level creditsfunding options available (exclusive to Scottish/Home students)Program highlightsComputing stands among the most rapidly evolving subjects in secondary education. In our technology-driven world, computing competencies are increasingly essential for success. This program blends university instruction with practical school experience, thoroughly preparing graduates for teaching careers.Teaching computing has grown equally vital to teaching English and Mathematics, forming a cornerstone of contemporary living. There's profound fulfillment in enabling future generations to thrive in our digital landscape.Career pathsAn education degree prepares you for diverse roles working with children and adolescents.Most PGDE alumni pursue teaching positions in secondary schools nationwide.Discover post-PGDE opportunities.Scottish secondary educators utilize the Curriculum for Excellence framework, fostering student skill development while inspiring deeper knowledge acquisition.
Degree requirements    
An ordinary degree, or international equivalent.
Degree must include:
at least 80 SCQF credits in computing. 40 of these SCQF credits should come from at least two of the following subjects:
computer systems
software development
databases
web design
the other 40 SCQF credits are required in any computing area relevant to the computing curriculum in Scotland
Maths & English    
Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above.
National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics Grade C or above.
Maths and English qualifications can be in progress at the time of application.
Acceptable alternative Maths and English qualifications are listed on our PGDE FAQs page.
Experience & References    
evidence that you have experience of working with children in a secondary school or related setting,
an understanding of modern secondary education,
an ability to relate to people.
The University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 5.5) or equivalent. Tests are valid for two years. TOEFL ibt - 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component-(Listening- 17, Reading- 18, Speaking- 20, Writing- 18).