PGDE Secondary Education: Psychology at University of Strathclyde

Entry requirements

An ordinary degree or international equivalent. Degree must include 80 SCQF credits in psychology, including psychology research methods. Because school placements in psychology are limited, places are expected to go to applicants eligible for dual-qualifying status, with at least 80 university credits in another secondary subject; applicants should state in the personal statement that they are applying for dual-qualifying PGDE Psychology and name the other subject. Higher (SCQF Level 6) English grade C or above and National 5 (SCQF Level 5) Mathematics grade C or above (or acceptable alternatives); these can be in progress at the time of application. Applicants need evidence of experience of working with children in a secondary school or related setting, an understanding of modern secondary education and an ability to relate to people, noted in the personal statement. References: one for UCAS applications and two for applications made direct to the University; academic if a current student or graduate within the last 5 years, otherwise professional. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with no individual score below 5.5, or equivalent; tests valid for two years. IELTS does not replace the Higher English requirement. Offer holders must join or update their PVG Scheme membership, and applicants who have lived outside the UK for three consecutive months or more in the five years before placement must provide a Certificate of Good Conduct.