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St Mary's University College, Belfast: Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Irish-medium Education (PGCE)
| Institution | St Mary's University College, Belfast |
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| Department | Education |
| Web | https://www.stmarys-belfast.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 028 9032 7678 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The Post Graduate Certificate in Education is a one-year full-time course leading to full recognition as a teacher by the Department of Education. It is taught substantially through the medium of Irish and is intended particularly for graduates who wish to teach in Irish-medium primary schools.
Aim of the Course
The general aim of the course is to provide students with the opportunity to:
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develop a range of professional competences
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engage in informed debate about major issues in education and training
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reflect in depth on theory/practice relationships within professional contexts
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keep abreast of research, innovation and developments in education in general and Irish-medium education in particular
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develop research skills.
Course Structure
From September 2006 the PGCE (Irish-medium) course has been structured in modules in line with the QAA Qualifications Framework for England, Wales and Northern Ireland. In order to successfully complete the PGCE (Irish-medium) course, students must pass the following three modules:
Module MPS4001 School-based work Module MPS4002 Learning and Teaching in the Irish-medium Primary School Module MPS4003 Perspectives on the Primary Curriculum
Two of the modules, MPS4002 and MPS4003, are credited at Masters Level each worth 20 M-level credit points. Module MPS4001 is credited at Honours level and is worth 20 H-level credit points.
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - PGCE
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Honours degree from a recognised university or equivalent, 2:2 or higher. GCSE Grade C or better at GCSE in English Language, Mathematics and Science (or an equivalent qualification) at the time of application. The Essential Skills qualification is not deemed equivalent to grade C. A high level of competence in Irish, both written and oral. Pass interview and writing task. |
| Location | St Mary's University College, Belfast 191 Falls Road Belfast BT12 6FE |
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