Digital Education PT PGDip

at University of Leeds

The dialogic online distance learning delivery of the programme, with both material from tutors and regular student discussions, will provide a balance of opportunities to receive expertise from academic staff and also to learn from each other.
 

On completion of the programme you will have developed skills and knowledge which allow you to:

• demonstrate a critical understanding of theories and perspectives relevant to digital education
• take a proactive and self-reflective role in working and to develop professional relationships with others
• proactively formulate ideas and hypotheses and to evaluate these
• evaluate critically current issues and research in digital education.
   

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Education in a Digital Society    30 credits
• Digital Education in Practice    

Normally, a first degree plus evidence of relevant professional experience.
 

Relevant professional experience could include teaching (at any level), education management, supervision or administration, software development, education publishing, education media, and roles involving the implementation, support or management of educational technologies. Other professional experience may be relevant and each case will be considered on its merits.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Fees

• UK: £7,333 (total)
• International: £7,333 (total)
   

This programme is designed to aid professional development in the field of digital education, enabling you to further your expertise within an existing career path or to change career direction, for example, into CPD provision, educational software development or full time-learning technology support.
 

Research methods training will also be very useful to enhance your own professional practice and that of your institution.