Glasgow,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Mandarin and Spanish (PGDE - Graduates only) in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde
|
Glasgow United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,850
(c. USD26,583.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
9 months
Join our program
welcoming skilled linguists and passionate individuals eager to teach French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Mandarin to young learners
experience a blend of campus-based instruction and 18 weeks of school placements
earn a globally recognized teaching qualification
option to obtain 80 credits at Masters level
funding opportunities (exclusively for ScottishHome students)Program highlights
Strathclyde's PGDE Modern Languages program is highly regarded by students, educators, and partner schools. You'll engage in dynamic learning that combines hands-on experience with rich discussions in our multilingual community. Note: Italian must be paired with another language.Global recognition
This PGDE qualification is internationally respected and accredited by:the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)
the Scottish Government
For teaching abroad, please verify requirements with the destination country's education authority.Professional pathways
An education degree opens doors to various careers working with children and adolescents.Most PGDE alumni pursue teaching roles in secondary schools nationwide. Discover post-PGDE opportunities.Scottish secondary educators follow the Curriculum for Excellence, fostering skill development and expanding students' knowledge through engaging classroom experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
An ordinary degree, or international equivalent.
Degree must include:
80 SCQF credits in the language you wish to teach (if you wish to teach your native language, see 'Native Speakers' section below)
All the languages taught in Scotland are valuable – there is no hierarchy of language. The entry requirements outlined take account of the context in which languages are taught. Where possible, applicants should offer more than one language.
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
Relevant experience should be noted in your personal statement.
For postgraduate studies, the University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 (no individual test score below 5.5) or equivalent.TOEFL ibt - 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component-(Listening- 17, Reading- 18, Speaking- 20, Writing- 18)
Tuition
GBP
19,850