Teacher Education
What does the course include?
Formerly known as Access to Teaching, this course comprises a number of mandatory and optional Modules in a variety of areas including:
- Essay Writing
- Research Project
- Study Skills
- Psychology
- Science
- Mathematics
- Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
- Professional Studies – Education
The Modules comprise a number of smaller units each carrying a credit value. Successful completion of the course requires that you pass 60 credits in all, 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 credits at either Level 2 or 3.
Learning takes place through lectures, seminars, supervised small or large group work, and through directed independent study. Individual tutorial sessions are also available.
What do I need to get on this course?
You will need to demonstrate Literacy and Numeracy skills at Level 2. Ideally you should have English and Mathematics at GCSE or its equivalent. Before enrolment on the course, you will undertake a Literacy and Numeracy diagnostic test, and complete a ‘free-writing’ exercise.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in a variety of methods including, but not limited to:
- Written assignments – essays, discursive and narrative writing
- Portfolio building
- Presentations
- Research projects
The course can be completed at Pass, Merit or Distinction level.
Where does it lead?
You will receive the Access to Higher Education Diploma – Education Studies.
Upon successful completion of the diploma, you can apply to Colleges and Universities for a place on an Education related degree, or other appropriate higher education course.