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Full-time: 3 years | Part-time: 5 years

Diploma in Education – Primary

About the programme

Prepares qualified primary teachers with semi-specialisation in Mathematics, Science and Digital Skills;
English, French and Creole; or English, Creole and Social Studies.

Entry requirements

All routes: English IGCSE Grade C as a Second Language, or a pass in English as a First Language.
Mathematics, Science and Digital Skills:
Mathematics Core Grade C;
ICT Grade C; and any Science subject Grade C at IGCSE.
English, French and Creole:
French B1 at 60%;
Mathematics National Examination at 60%.
English, Creole and Social Studies:
History and/or Geography IGCSE Grade C;
Mathematics National Examination at 60%.

What you will study

  • Professional Knowledge – You will learn about child development, learning theories, and curriculum frameworks that are relevant to primary education.
  • Pedagogical Practice – You will learn to plan, deliver, and evaluate effective lessons that engage learners
  • Classroom and Learning Environment – You will learn to establish and maintain a safe, supportive environment which includes all learners and promotes respect, cooperation, and positive behaviour.
  • Professional Values – You will learn about professionalism, integrity, and ethical behaviour which make up the Teachers’ Code of Conduct.

Practical experience

The Work-Based Experience comprises of 5 stages of schools Practice; starting with observations,
followed by Co-planning and co-teaching, then teaching solo.

Progression opportunities

With experience, graduates may progress towards middle leadership roles in schools. Further study is subject to the relevant programme’s entry requirements.

Career opportunities

Opportunities range from being a fully-fledged and qualified primary semi- specialist teacher, who can teach in both public and private schools. With experience as one grows, a teacher can subsequently take up the role of middle leadership in schools.