Glasgow,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Spanish - Gaelic Medium (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. USD26,484.86)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
9 months
Why choose this courseThe PGDE Modern Languages program at Strathclyde is highly regarded by students, instructors, and partner schools. You'll enjoy an engaging educational approach that combines hands-on training with rich discussions in our diverse multilingual environment. Note: Italian must be studied alongside another language.Internationally recognized qualificationThe PGDE is a globally respected teaching certification, accredited by:the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)the Scottish GovernmentFor teaching abroad, please verify eligibility with the destination country's education authorities.Practical experienceThe program includes 18 weeks of school placements across Scotland, where you'll be regularly evaluated against the Standards for Provisional Registration.Attendance is mandatory for full school days, including staff development sessions unless instructed otherwise by your placement school.These placements allow you to:Apply classroom theory in real-world settingsDevelop your unique teaching approachMaster new instructional methodsBuild meaningful student connectionsYou'll maintain a detailed progress portfolio during placements, documenting your professional growth and meeting certification requirements.Program highlightsIdeal for skilled language specialists passionate about teaching French, German, Spanish, Italian, or MandarinCombines campus learning with 18 weeks of practical school experienceLeads to global teaching qualificationEligible for 80 Masters-level creditsFunding options for Scottish/Home studentsCareer prospectsOur education degree opens doors to various youth-focused professions.Most PGDE graduates become secondary school teachers throughout Scotland. Discover post-graduation pathways.Scottish secondary educators follow the Curriculum for Excellence framework, helping students grow their skills, knowledge, and understanding.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
Degree 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'). Native speakers: a degree in own language; native speakers of a modern language who have finished a degree in their own language which meets the requirements for the first language offered outlined above may train to teach their native language. For example; a Chinese student with a degree in Chinese can train to teach Mandarin in Scotland; students who are native speakers of a modern foreign language and have a degree in a language other than their native tongue may train to teach that language plus their native tongue. For example; a French student with a degree in Spanish can train to teach French and Spanish in Scotland, presuming that the candidate meets the residency requirements for both languages. 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. 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