Course description
The programme may be followed through to MA, or you may wish to study only for the intermediate awards of Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), or Postgraduate Diploma (PgD). These are choices you can make as you progress through the programme.
Course Content
Stage 1
Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) 60 credits
2 modules will be chosen from a suite which includes:
* The Design and Evaluation of E-Learning
* ICT and Society, Learning with ICT
* Teaching ICT
* Digital Literacies
* Multi Media and their Influence on Education and Pedagogy
* Contemporary Issues in Education
* Independent Study
Stage 2
Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) 60 credits
* 1 further module from the above suite and
* 1 module which explores Research Methods
Stage 3
Masters (MA) 60 credits
* A dissertation that is a guided study based on individual reseach within the chosen field.
Teaching and Assessment
A variety of options are available for study, many modules being available on line. Whilst some modules will continue to be offered face-to-face, others will be by Saturday workshops, support sessions within cluster groups or by directed study.
Assessment is either by written assignment, presentation, thesis or evidence of personal research within the chosen area of study.
Work Experience
There are no specific placements associated with this programme although many students are practising teachers and there is an opportunity to develop professional practice within their work base.
Career Opportunities
A higher degree will be valuable when applying for promotion within the teaching profession and related fields.
Supplemental Information
The programme is ideally suited to all teachers and other professionals in fields closely related to education. The new, flexible approach to teaching and learning makes this particularly suitable for those already in employment.
Contact Time:
Normally 3 years, part-time. Completion in 2 years is possible. 1 year full-time may also available.
NB: It is not always possible to offer a full-time route. Candidates should check its availability for the academic year in which they wish to be considered.
Facilities
All students have access to full library facilities, which now include 24/7 access and other online facilities.
All students have the right to access the Student Support services and catering and car parking facilities are available for those studying on site
