Education - Stem Education
This Postgraduate Certificate in STEM Education is designed to be delivered on a part-time basis over the period of one academic year. It comprises two modules each of 30 CATS points: Developing Best Practice in STEM Education and Developing Leadership Skills in STEM Education. This qualification will be of particular interest to primary teachers who are interested in developing their own knowledge and practice in STEM Education and leading the development of STEM Education in their educational setting.
| Award Name | Postgraduate Certificate at UK Level 7 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Queens University Belfast |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Certificate at UK Level 7 | Queens University Belfast |
Duration
1 year part-time online.
HOW WILL I STUDY?
Teaching and learning is delivered through a blended approach of online lectures, virtual learning activities, reflective, self-directed study.
CONTACT TIME
Classes are normally held once weekly (in the evening) via the College’s virtual learning environment – Canvas. Students on this programme will be strongly encouraged to attend one Saturday session held in Stranmillis University College where the course participants will be able to have a ‘hands on’ experience of the practical learning within the course.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will normally hold a relevant 2:2 Honours degree or above in a related discipline. Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered on an individual basis, where there is evidence of relevant experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for entry.
Further information
Entry Year 2024/2025.
The next intake for this programme is for September 2024. Applications will close on Friday 6th September 2024.
HOW TO APPLY
Application for admission to all Masters Programmes should be made by downloading the application form and reference form and returning the completed forms to masters@stran.ac.uk
Overview
This Postgraduate Certificate in STEM Education is designed to be delivered on a part-time basis over the period of one academic year. It comprises two modules each of 30 CATS points: Developing Best Practice in STEM Education and Developing Leadership Skills in STEM Education.
This qualification will be of particular interest to primary teachers who are interested in developing their own knowledge and practice in STEM Education and leading the development of STEM Education in their educational setting.
The anticipated student cohort undertaking this part-time Postgraduate Certificate will be professionals working in educational settings and therefore a blended learning experience, both synchronous and asynchronous, will be used. However, students will be strongly encouraged to attend one Saturday session held in Stranmillis University College where the course participants will be able to have a ‘hands on’ experience of the practical learning within the course.
ENTITLEMENT
Students who accumulate 60 CAT points on this programme, will graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate.
STR7016 DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICE IN STEM EDUCATION OCTOBER 2024
The Developing Best Practice in STEM Education module will explore the learning theories and cognitive development in STEM Education from Early Years through to end of KS2 and the transition phase to KS3. It aims to develop conceptual understanding within STEM Education and encourages the use of hands-on classroom activities to support engagement and learning within STEM areas such as science and technology. The digital skills agenda and the prominent position which computing education continues to have dictates that thinking skills and computational thinking through STEM learning is of high importance.
In line with the General Teaching Council Northern Ireland (GTCNI) document ‘Teaching: the Reflective Profession’ the course will develop teacher reflection and practitioner enquiry. Developing digital video skills to evaluate classroom practice is one avenue through which this will be developed.
STR7015 DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS IN STEM EDUCATION JANUARY 2025
This module will develop the students’ planning and STEM enquiry skills across the primary school. STEM skills from Early Years to Key Stage 2 will be explored and planning for transition in STEM learning across Key Stages within the primary school and into Key Stage 3 will emphasise the critical position these teachers play in the pupils’ learning journey.
The increasingly important area of sustainability and climate change in the primary school will be covered through the use of innovative curricular resources and approaches, as well as the outdoor learning environment and the use of external STEM stakeholders. To maximise course impact students will develop leadership skills to mentor and support peers and colleagues in developing STEM education in their school.
All modules are 30 CATs. The Postgraduate Certificate may be taken as an award or progressed toward a full Master’s award. Both modules amounts to one-third of the full programme.
There are no written examinations. Modules are assessed by coursework.
For further information please contact:
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Stranmillis University College
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E: masters@stran.ac.uk