The MSc Secondary Education at the University of Strathclyde is your pathway to a fulfilling career shaping the next generation. This postgraduate programme is ideal if you are passionate about a subject and eager to share that enthusiasm, aiming to inspire secondary school students. You will develop the essential theoretical knowledge and practical teaching skills required to communicate effectively in the classroom and foster a love of learning. This course provides a strong foundation for your teaching career, equipping you with the competencies needed to make a significant impact in education.
You will study this Masters degree full-time on campus over nine months, engaging with a modular structure that balances academic learning with practical experience. The curriculum includes modules on Education Studies, Professional Values, Professional Learning Through Enquiry, and Research Methods, culminating in a dissertation. Learning involves on-campus classes followed by blocks of placement, ensuring your practice is cumulative and directly informed by theory. Upon successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for Qualified Teacher status, opening doors to teaching roles in Scotland and internationally.