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Join our program, welcoming skilled linguists and passionate individuals eager to teach French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Mandarin to young learnersengage in on-campus instruction and 18 weeks of school placementsqualify to teach internationallyearn up to 80 Masters-level creditsfunding options for Scottish/Home studentsWhy choose this course?Strathclyde's PGDE Modern Languages program is highly regarded by students, educators, and partner schools. Experience dynamic learning through hands-on practice and diverse idea-sharing in our multilingual environment. Note: Italian must be paired with another language.Global teaching certificationThe PGDE is an internationally respected teaching qualification accredited by:the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)the Scottish GovernmentFor teaching abroad, verify eligibility with the respective education authority.Curriculum overviewThis program provides essential theoretical knowledge and practical teaching skills through three annual modules:Education Studies; Professional ValuesInquiry-Based Professional LearningProfessional SkillsProfessional Skills - Curriculum and Teaching MethodsProfessional Skills - Classroom PracticeThe PGDE combines campus-based sessions with placement blocks, with parallel modules building cumulative knowledge.On-campus sessions focus on curriculum familiarization, peer collaboration, lesson planning, and resource development. Participants will deliver micro-lessons and explore creative teaching approaches to inspire young learners.
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.
IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
TOEFL (ibt): 80 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 18.