Diploma in Teaching Primary and Middle School

The Diploma in Teaching (Primary and Middle School) prepares students to teach at primary and middle school levels. It trains students in teaching methodology, curriculum implementation, assessment, and student management. The final semester includes a practicum where students work under guidance as full teachers in schools. The course is a pre-service program delivered virtually over two semesters within one academic year.

Modules

• Environment and Social Education 1 (0749)
• Science Education 1 (0761)
• Language Education 3 (0758)
• Developmental Psychology 1 (0759)
• Art Education (0748)
• Language Education 2 (0762)
• Teaching Practicum (0755)
• Language Education 1 (0760)
• Mathematics Education 1 (0750)

• Successful completion of Higher Secondary Education OR
• Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a relevant field OR
• Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study Program approved for the specific Diploma program.

Alternative criteria:

• 20 years old, completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
• 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program (available at Mandhu College).