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Teaching

Think differently about teaching.

Meet us
We offer five teacher education courses, namely; Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics and Physics.
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Our PgDE courses are designed, led and delivered by practising teachers.

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You'll automatically be enrolled on the STEM Ambassador programme to build your networks and confidence.

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Innovative use of ICT in school will help you reflect on your presentation skills and prepare for observations.

our courses

Our Professional Diploma in Education (PGDE) courses are designed by teachers, for teachers. Specialise in Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths or Physics to become a secondary school teacher. Each course is accredited by the GTCS.

In line with current Scottish Government guidance, our next intake will start on campus next August.

If you are interested in our soon to be launched PGDE (English) please contact A.Gallacher@napier.ac.uk.
  • Career Development - PgCert Online learning
  • Career Guidance & Development - PgDip Full-time | Distance Learning
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Biology) Full-time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Chemistry) Full-time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (English) - PGDE Full-Time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Mathematics) Full-time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Physics) Full-time
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  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Chemistry)" class="text-underline">Full-time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (English)" class="text-underline">Full-Time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Mathematics)" class="text-underline">Full-time
  • Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Physics)" class="text-underline">Full-time

    • Feel prepared

    A one-year PGDE courses allow you to teach your specialist subject in secondary schools. You know your subject. We'll help you share it. 

    We know that the best teachers are confident, experienced and equipped to stand in front of their class from day one, so we'll give you the motivation, confidence and creativity to succeed.

     

    Be prepared

    We’re known for providing personalised learning and links to industry, and putting theory into practice. 

    Our teaching courses are delivered by our School of Applied Sciences, which is unique among Scottish universities in providing the opportunity to gain a PgDE in a science subject from a School of Science. We provide academic rigour and practical experience by combining Masters-level study with classroom skills.

    Visit our blog called Teaching Archives.