Study Religious and Moral Education (PGDE - Graduates only) at University of Strathclyde in the UK, Strathclyde Institute of Education

Religious and Moral Education (PGDE - Graduates only)

UK

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What will I learn?

Studying on the PGDE (Secondary) religious moral education course is a rewarding and absorbing experience and our students go on to enjoy busy careers where their skills are in great demand due to the reputation for high quality which the University of Strathclyde enjoys within the teaching profession. By training to teach religious moral education at Strathclyde, you will benefit from: purposeful, inclusive and multicultural education an emphasis on philosophical and critical thinking skills the exploration of a variety of religious beliefs and those beliefs independent of religion innovative teaching strategies informed by current research a strong emphasis on the development of resourcing and course writing skills opportunities for peer micro-teaching expert-led workshops from teacher practitioners the exploration of the purposeful use of various technologies in teaching opportunities for sharing resources with other RME students an input by experts from faith communities an insight into the content of other curricular areas in relation to RME strong links with school practitioners Note that UCAS does not distinguish between RME (Religious and Moral Education in the non-denominational sector) and RERC (religious education in Roman Catholics Schools). The Strathclyde Institute of Education focuses on RME only. Worldwide qualification This course is a professional training course which qualifies you to teach primary education. The qualification is recognised throughout the world and is regulated by the: General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Scottish Government.

Which department am I in?

Strathclyde Institute of Education

Study options

Full Time (9 Months)

Tuition fees
£20,950.00 (US$ 27,055) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

University of Strathclyde

The Learning and Teaching Building,

49 Richmond Street,

Glasgow,

Scotland,

G1 1XU, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

An ordinary degree, or international equivalent. Degree must include: 80 SCQF credits in two or more of the areas listed below: religious studies philosophy theology divinity sociology of religion anthropology of religion psychology of religion Students wishing to teach Religious Education in Catholic schools must have a minimum of 80 SCQF credit points in: Religious Studies Theology Divinity This may include a maximum of 20 credit points in philosophy related to religion. Maths & English Higher (SCQF Level 6) English Grade C or above National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics Grade C or above.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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