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PGDE (Primary) (Dumfries)
- PgDipEd
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- August 2026
- Undergraduate
- Dumfries Campus
Course summary
EDUCATION PRIMARY (DUMFRIES CAMPUS) - GRADUATES ONLY:- This postgraduate programme in Primary Education provides you with the skills, knowledge, and experience to develop a career in teaching. This GTCS-accredited qualification combines classroom learning with comprehensive placements throughout Dumfries & Galloway.
This programme is accredited by the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), giving you the qualification to pursue teaching roles in schools across the UK. Students will undertake 18 weeks of study at University and 18 weeks of school experience in our partner schools.
As an aspiring teacher, this programme will provide you with the knowledge, skills and values you need to become the committed professional necessary for today’s schools. Building on your subject-specific knowledge, you will be supported to develop creative ways to enthuse and educate children.
With an emphasis on reflective practice linked to professional standards, you will develop skills to become a reflective practitioner in the classroom.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- X121
- Institution code:
- G28
- Campus name:
- Dumfries Campus
- Campus Code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
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Entry requirements
UCAS TariffNot accepted
A levelNot accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not accepted
Access to HE DiplomaNot accepted
Scottish Higher
Please refer to the University of Glasgow website for Scottish SQA Higher entry requirements linked here. Once you follow the link, please select your degree programme of interest and refer to the 'Entry Requirements' tab on the individual degree webpage: https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | 6.5 with no subtests under 6. We accept IELTS One Skill Retake. Tests must have been taken within 2.5 years of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements with a single test. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 90 | 90 overall with Reading 20; Listening 19; Speaking 19; Writing 21. Tests must have been taken within 2.5 years of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements. |
| PTE Academic | 59 | 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests. Tests must have been taken within 2.5 years of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test. |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | 176 overall, no subtest less than 169. Tests must have been taken within 2.5 year sof start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test. | |
| Cambridge English Advanced | 176 overall, no subtest less than 169. Tests must have been taken within 2.5 year sof start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test. |
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. We do recognise that some applicants may already have a good command of English through education and work experience. However, in line with UKVI requirements, we must insist on a satisfactory English language test. You can also meet our English language requirements with qualifications from school. Please note that these are the University’s standard requirements and for some courses these may be higher. Applicants should always check the specific requirements for their chosen course.
Full details of our English language requirements including which school qualifications we accept can be found on our website:https://www.gla.ac.uk/international/englishlanguage/requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our contextual admissions approach could mean that you may be eligible for adjusted grades. Please review our website for more information on our widening access priorities at www.gla.ac.uk/study/wp.
The entry requirements for a programme will be detailed in your offer. If you meet these conditions, you are guaranteed a place on the programme.
Our programmes may require specific grades in mandatory subjects. Please review our programme pages on our website for more information.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please refer to the fees information listed on our website - https://www.gla.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees/
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