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Postgraduate

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The University ofSunderlandsPostgraduate courses

are designed forthose who want to

change direction, getahead or become anexpert in their field.Whether your interest is in specialist research, vocational

qualifications or jumping a few rungs up the career ladder,

we have the course thats right for you. And because of our

links with regional companies and research partners, you can

be assured that you will be learning and developing in a dynamic

and business orientated University.


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www.sunderland.ac.uk

we have thecourse thats

right for you

Contents04Level 5 Diplomas

05 Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy)in the Lifelong Learning Sector

06 Professional Courses

07 Early Years Teacher Status

08 Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Mathematics

08 Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Chemistry

08 Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Physics

09PGCE Business

09 PGCE Computer Science

09 PGCE Design and Technology

09 PGCE English

09 PGCE Geography

09 PGCE Mathematics

09 PGCE Post Compulsory Education and Training

09 In Service PGCE Post Compulsory Education & Training

09 PGCE Primary Education

09 PGCE Science with Biology09 PGCE Science with Chemistry

09 PGCE Science with Physics

10 Schools Direct

11 PGCE Professional Graduate Certificate in Education(OVERSEAS)

11 PGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education (CentreBased or Distance Learning)

12 Masters Degrees

13 MA English Studies

14 MA History

15 MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages(TESOL)

17 MA Advanced Professional Practice (Primary)

17 MA Advanced Professional Practice(Primary/Secondary) (Business, Geography and Designand Technology)

17 MA Advanced Professional Practice (Secondary)

18 MA Advancing Pedagogy

19 MA Childrens Literature

20 MA Education (Generic)

21 MA International Education

21 MA Professional Teacher Educator

22 MA Special Needs and Inclusive Education

23 MA Teaching and Learning in HE

24 MA Teaching and Learning with ICT

25 MSc Health and Social Care Research

26 Customised Award Scheme


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Level 5 Diplomas


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Teaching Mathematics(Numeracy)in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Course Code: CID870

Duration: 30 weeks, Part-Time

Course Summary

This is a specialist diploma for teachers who wish to

become fully qualified in adult numeracy teaching.

It can also be taken concurrently with the PGCE

(PCET) for teachers in training who wish to

become adult numeracy teachers or specialists.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this Diploma can

open up careers in teaching through a wide

range of post-16 sectors.

Entry Requirements and How to Apply

For the most up to date entry requirements

please refer to the University of Sunderland

website, www.sunderland.ac.uk and search

using the Course Code.

Applications can be made directly to the

University of Sunderland, please click on

Apply for this Course on the course

information page on our website.

This is a specialist diploma forteachers who wish to become fullyqualified in adult numeracy teaching.


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Professional Courses

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Many of our courses are designed with a specific career in mind,

whereas others provide a qualification with a broad range of

transferable skills, which can be taken to a variety of professions.

A number of the courses are also accredited by relevantprofessional bodies, which enhances our students employability.

Early Years Teacher Status

Course Code: CID1095

Duration: 1 year, Full-Time

Course Summary

The first five years of life are critica l in children's

development. High quality early years provision

can help children to achieve their potential and

support their parents a nd fa milies. The

profession requires a well-trained, well-

supported and highly motivated workforce -

and that's where you come in.

The Early Years Teacher Status is endorsed by

the Government and this one year programme will

give you the knowledge, skills and understanding

needed to become a n Early Years Teaching

Professional. You will achieve the Sta tus through

a combination of academic study and placement

in early years settings.

The programme is open to a pplicants who ha ve

a commitment and enthusiasm for working with

young children and who want to jojn the growing

number of graduate leaders in early years to make

a positive difference to childrens outcomes.


As an Early Years Teaching Professional, your

future career prospects are bright. Past candidates

have found employment in a range of settings

such as day care and Childrens Centres. Some

also work with charities and other have gone on

to further study.











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Subject KnowledgeEnhancements

CoursesWe offer a range of Subject Knowledge

Enhancement (SKE) Courses which

are aimed at strengthening the subject

knowledge of graduates for whom the

content of their first degree does not

facilitate direct access onto their

chosen teacher training route.

Students who complete a SKE course

are expected to progress onto a one

year tea cher training route the

following September. Applicants

should apply for the one year PGCE

and in their personal statement

indicate that they expect to complete

a SKE course prior to starting the

teacher training programme.

SKE MathematicsCID751 (24 weeks)

CID509 (36 weeks)

SKE ChemistryCID511 (36 weeks)

SKE PhysicsCID511 (36 weeks)

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PGCE CoursesThe Postgraduate Certificate in Education(PGCE) is a one-year course for graduates

wishing to gain Qualified Teacher Status(QTS). Our PGCE programmes are designedto help you rise to the challenge of being aneffective teacher by focusing on developingthe necessary skills and knowledge.

Course Summary

These programmes will enable you to ga in

Qualified Teacher Sta tus (QTS), equipping you

with the skills you will need to be an effective

and efficient teacher.

Around one third of the programme is University

based, which will give you a thorough grounding in

the theoretical side. The other two thirds of the

programme involve active participation in school and

college placements. The focus is on the professional

application of the teaching and learning process.

Your teaching experience w ill be organised by

the Faculty Placement Officer, and will be designed

to prepare you to enter the teaching profession,

which is as challenging as it is rewa rding.

PGCE BusinessCourse Code: N1X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Computer ScienceCourse Code: G5X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Design and TechnologyCourse Code: W9X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE EnglishCourse Code: Q3X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE GeographyCourse Code: F8X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE MathematicsCourse Code: G1X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Post Compulsory

Education and TrainingCourse Code: X341 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE In-service Post CompulsoryEducation and TrainingCourse Code: CID161 (2 years, Part-Time)

PGCE Primary EducationCourse Code: X100 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Science with Biology

Course Code: C1X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Science with ChemistryCourse Code: F1X1 (1 year, Full-Time)

PGCE Science PhysicsCourse Code: F3X1 (1 year, Full-Time)


As a holder of Qualified Teacher Status, you will be

able to undertake teaching posts throughout the

United Kingdom and beyond in your specialised area.

A large proportion of our graduates obtain

full-time teaching posts in secondary schools

(primary or seconda ry) or colleges of further

educat ion, w ith many going on to gaining

employment in our partnership schools.

Entry Requirements and How to ApplyTrainees sta rting an Initia l Tea cher Training

course from September 2013 will be required

to pa ss the TDA skills tests in literacy and

numeracy before starting their course.



website, www.sunderland.ac.uk, and search


All applications are to be made via

GTTR a t: www.gttr.ac.uk


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School Direct


Course Summary

School Direct is an innovative new route into

teaching, which is led by schools working in

close collaboration w ith Initial Tea cher Training

Providers. School Direct is available in primary

and secondary schools across England and upon

successful completion will award you Qualified

Tea cher Sta tus (QTS).

The School Direct programme offers you

school based training through which youwill acquire the required skills and knowledge

in a classroom environment.

There are two School Direct tra ining routes

available:

School Direct Training Programme is available

to high-quality graduates. You may be eligible

for a bursary of up to 20,000 to support you

while you train.

School Direct Training Programme (salaried)

is an employment-based route available

to high-quality graduates with at least three

years work experience who will earn a salary

whilst they train.


As a holder of Qualified Tea cher Sta tus,

you will be able to undertake teaching posts

throughout the United Kingdom and beyond

in your specialised a rea. You will have a lso

built up a network of professional contacts

through working in the school environment,

which will only serve to enhance your

career opportunities.


For the most up to date entry criteria and

information on how to apply please refer

to the National College for

Teaching a nd Leadership

Website, http://www.education.

gov.uk/get-into-teaching/

teacher-training-options/

school-based-training/

school-direct

I decided tha t I wa sinterested in being ateacher from an early ageas I had a reallyinspirational Geographyteacher at my secondaryschool. During my degreeI decided to apply for the

Students into School Scheme to get somevaluable work experience. I found w orking withyoung people really rewarding and thoughtteaching would be a really interesting career asevery day would be different. When I finished mydegree I knew that I wanted to study a PGCE inGeography and the University of Sunderland w asrecommended to me by ma ny friends a nd familyas having excellent courses for teacher training.

It had good Ofsted reports and it was also wheremy Geography teacher tra ined. I found the P GCEgave me a lot of experience within schools and Iwa s a ble to develop my teaching skills and styleas well as my behaviour managementtechniques. At times the programme ca n be hardwork but the support you get from the staff, bothpastoral and academic is second to none, theyare a very approachable and friendly team whoare always willing to help. I know that when Ista rt my NQTyear a t Kingsmeadow School inSeptember I will be fully prepared for thechallenges ahead thanks to my mentors, tutorsand course colleagues. I now find tea chingsecond na ture and everything I have learnt I amnow putting into practice, and no doubt will useand take with me wherever I teach.

Lauren Midwood - PGCE Geography Education


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PGCE Professional GraduateCertificate in Education

Course Code: CID677

Duration: 34 weeks

Course Summary

This programme is for overseas students only and

does not ca rry any sta te registration such as QTS.

The Professional Graduate Certifica te in Education

is a 34 week academic teaching qualification,

validated by the University of Sunderland.

The programme offered is not phase or subjectspecific, but course members will be expected to

teach and base their academic work in no more

than two Key Stages for Primary teaching, and in

their degree subject area for Secondary teaching.

It is taught by independent distance learning with

no attendance at the University required.

This course is completed within one academic year,

September June, and the certificate is available

for the beginning of the following academic year.


Most potential students are teachers who wish

to enhance their career prospects in schools,

or those working for state or national ministries

who wish to broaden their understa nding of

modern education practice.










PGCE Postgraduate

Certificate in Education


Duration: 34 weeks

Course Summary

This programme is for overseas students only, and

does not ca rry any sta te registration such as QTS.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Education is an

academic teaching qualification validated by the

University of Sunderland taught over 34 weeks by

independent distance learning with no attendance

at the University required.

The programme offered is not phase or subject

specific, but course members will be expected to

teach and base their academic work in no more

than two Key Stages for Primary teaching, and in

their degree subject area for Secondary teaching.

This course is completed w ithin one academic year,

September June, and the certificate is available

for the beginning of the following academic year.

The opportunity exists for progression to the

Masters programme upon successful completion

of this programme with some of the credit gained

contributing to the MA.


Most potential students are teachers who wish

to enhance their career prospects in schools, or

those working for state or national ministrieswho wish to broaden their understa nding of

modern education practice.







University of Sunderland, please click onApply for this Course on the course


OVERSEAS

OVERSEAS


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Masters Courses

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Our taught postgraduate courses offer tailored programmes

that meet your individual needs. We design our courses to be

as flexible as possible so that you can study in ways to suit

you and your life. For your peace of mind we operate flexibleentry and exit points, so that if your circumstances change,

you can be credited for the work you have completed.

MA English Studies

Course Code: CID143 Full-TimeCID400 Part-Time


2 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

The programme offers you the opportunity to

study English Literature at postgraduate level,

selecting from a wide range of specialist optionsin the subject area and drawing on the richness

and diversity of expertise of our academic staff.

The course is incredibly flexible and a llows you to

combine the study of Literature, Linguistics and

Creative Writing as well as exploring specialist

options that match your personal areas of interest.

Teaching is by semina r and workshops in sma ll

groups. In addition we often have visiting speakers

and a range of research seminars to enhance yourlearning opportunities. You will also be trained in

independent research through the dissertation

element, which will provide the necessary skills to

continue your studies at Doctoral level an

opportunity many students take in the thriving

research culture at the University of Sunderland.


The MA English Studies provides a pathw ay

towards academia for many of our students,

and the opportunities to engage in international

conferences and symposia whilst studying allow

you to build up a wide and rich professional

network. Additionally, the skills developed on

the course are transferable to a range of degrees.

Typically gradua tes go on to roles in freelance

writing, teaching, publishing, arts and humanities,

media , performance and/or the crea tive industries.

The course is also of interest to those who have

a passion for literature or language, to budding

creative writers, and to those who undertakeadvanced study for reasons of personal

development, rather than career advancement.






Applications can be made directly to theUniversity of Sunderland, please click on



The programme offers you the opportunity to study

English Literature at postgraduate level, selecting froma wide range of specialist options in the subject area.


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MA History

Course Code: CID176 Full-Time

CID402 Part-Time


2 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

Our MA in History will equip you with a

knowledge and understanding of a wide range of

British, European a nd America n Early Modern

and Modern History. It provides the theoretical

understa nding, a nalytical skills a nd critica lawareness relevant to these areas of History, as

well as a sophisticated grasp of contemporary

research pract ice. The programme offers

maximum flexibility, and allows you to shape

your own degree and concentra te on the types of

history that most interest you.

The necessa ry skills a nd a bilities a re developed

through lectures and taught seminars, which are

led by our research staff who are experts in their

fields. The final piece of work, the disserta tion,

a llows you to complete a n independent a nd

original piece of historical research with the

guidance of a supervisor.

Beyond the classroom, you have the opportunity

to partake in a thriving research environment.

The History Depa rtment regularly welcomes guest

speakers, conferences and symposia, which open

up access to the wider scholarly community.


The MA History provides a pathw ay towards

academia for many of our students, and the

engagement in the academic community allows

you to build up a wide and rich professionalnetwork. Additionally, the skills developed on the

course are transferable to a range of degrees.

Typically gradua tes go on to roles in teaching,

archiving, herita ge/museum work, and

commerce and public sector areas. The

University of Sunderland has an excellent Career

Guidance Programme and the Department will

encourage you to reflect on your career

development and to take advantage of the

careers guidance offered by the University.










Our MA in History will equipyou with a knowledge andunderstanding of a wide range ofBritish, European and AmericanEarly Modern and Modern History.


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MA Teaching English to Speakersof Other Languages (TESOL)

Course Code: CID472 (1 year, Full-Time)

CID625 (3years, Part-Time)

CID625 (18 months,

Distance Learning)

Course Summary

The MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other

Languages (TESOL) has been designed to enhance

your abilities by studying the theoretical and

practical aspects of the English language classroom.

This programme will demonstrate your

commitment to professional development and

is suitable for teachers at any level of education

across both private and state sectors. As well as

examining theory, this course also includes a

practical tea ching module designed to ca ter for

applicants with no prior teaching experience.

You will be a ble to choose a ssignments related

to your particular areas of experience andinterest through flexible module choice.

The University of Sunderland provides you with a

high level of support and your University tutors will

maintain contact with you throughout the course.

The programme will be followed through to MA, or

you may wish to study for the intermediate awardsof Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) or Postgraduate

Diploma (PgD). These a re choices you can make

as you progress through the programme.


A Masters qualification can enhance your

promotion prospects and improve your

employability. Many past students have gained

promotion and taken on new posts upon

completion of this course.










I have wanted to be aprimary teacher since theage of 9, which I think isall down to having area lly enthusiastic teacherat that age. I was veryinspired by him. Heopened up a lot of doorsfor me. He taught me to

play guitar and I took that further and completeda performance degree. I feel that completing thisdegree helped me immensely a s w hen teachingyou tend to perform and use different charactersto work with the children, especially with theyounger ages so I would definitely recommend it.When looking to study my PGCE I decided that I

wanted to move back up to the North East andtherefore got in touch with the University ofSunderland as I knew they offered the

programme tha t I wanted. The advice they gaveme was really helpful so I decided to accepttheir offer to study with them. I have reallyenjoyed the course; the teaching staff reallywant you to do well and succeed. The coursehas a rea lly nice atmosphere, even though itfeels like us against the world at times,especia lly when we a re out on placement.This is when w e come together and help eachother on the course and provide each otherwith support. It is really important to have tha tsupport and to be able to share ideas andresources. On such a short intense course youlearn so much, especially out on placements,as it is really hands on. I have enjoyed everyplacement Ive been on even though at times it

has seemed like a hard learning curve, but Inow feel all those things I have experiencedhave really prepared me for my future.

Jonathan Douglass - PGCE Primary Education


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mentor andbenefited fromthe support

MA Advanced ProfessionalPractice (Primary)

Course Code: CID665

Duration: 1 year, Full-Time,

2-3 years, Part-Time

MA Advanced Professional Practice(Primary/Secondary) (Business, Geography

and Design and Technology)

Course Code: CID651Duration: 1 year, Full-Time


MA AdvancedProfessional Practice (Secondary)

Course Code: CID996Duration: 1 year, Full-Time


Course Summary

This programme is specifically designed to ena ble

teachers to develop their own professional

practice, and our new, flexible a pproach to

teaching and learning ma kes this pa rticularlysuitable for those in full-time employment.

Emphasis is placed on the advancement of

professional practice by offering the opportunity

to accredit the development of work-based

projects, whilst extending knowledge of the

underpinning educa tional theory.

You will be a ble to expand your existing subject

specific knowledge with individual tutor support.

Additionally there is an opportunity for you to

explore, challenge, and reflect on current

educational policy in a lively discussion forum.


A Masters qualification can enhance your

promotion prospects and improve your

employability. Many past students have gone on

to become Head of Departments or take on new

posts upon completion of this course.











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MA Advancing Pedagogy

Course Code: CID729

Duration: 2-3 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

This new part-time programme develops the

skills, knowledge and leadership potential for

people who already have some experience,

including lecturers, tutors, managers a nd other

professionals.

You can choose between three separate Masters

(MA) routes: Post Compulsory Educa tion a ndTraining, Adult Litera cy a nd Adult Numeracy.

The different routes w ill provide you w ith a n in-

depth knowledge of the different a reas.

Teaching and learning are at the heart of what we

do as professionals in the PCETsector, and you will

be working with a teaching sta ff who a re published

academics and well regarded in their fields.

On this programme we make room to think

about ways of enhancing our practice to identify

the ideas and approaches best suited to our

learners and ourselves. You will identify new

teaching and management strategies, implement

them and reflect on their effectiveness. In theseways you will grow and develop in your

professional understanding.


This qualification ca n enha nce your career in the

Post-Compulsory Training and Educa tion sector, as

well as in the adult and community sectors.










In 1996 I began to teachmusic as a classical vocalteacher in Vienna, Austriawhilst simultaneouslymaintaining my singingcareer as a professionalartist. It was during thistime I realised how muchI enjoyed encouraging and

equipping internationalstudents. Later, a fter my two sons were born inVienna I began to focus on teaching voice in anafter school music programme offered at theVienna International School where I also workedin Primary as an Educational Sta ff Supportmember. I developed an interest in pursuing aformal teaching q ualifica tion; however, it wa schallenging to find one that would be suitable inthat I had decided to prioritize my family anddid not want to leave Austria. It was during thistime that several of my colleagues highlyrecommended the PGCE overseas programme a t

Sunderland University to me. I wa s fortunate tobe able to combine my year of study with beingappointed the Artist in Residence for Voice at theVienna International School in Secondary Music.I had the unique opportunity to collabora te a s a nestablished professional and to immerse myselfin the intensive PGCE programme for my teachertraining. I found that the PGCE curriculum atSunderland was relevant for my work with

international students in an IB School. I had anexcellent mentor at VIS and also benefited fromthe support, guidance and feedback I receivedfrom Sunderland, most especially from their visitto observe my teaching. My studies were quitedemanding but equally enriching and solidlyprepared me for my next step, Both musicteachers left for a maternity leave and I wasfortunate to finish my studies and be appointedfor one of their positions in secondary music!I am very happy and continuing to enjoy myjourney in teaching!

Susan Korhonen - Alis


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everyone isfriends and we

all really supporteach other

MA Childrens Literature


CID660 Part-Time

Duration: 1 year, Full-Time2-3 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

This exciting programme offers you the

opportunity to indulge in the pleasure of reading

whilst developing high-level skills and

understanding in literature and linguistic analysis.

The programme is persona lly and

professionally enriching and enables you to

develop new and thoughtful insights into the

world of children's literature.

The programme ma y be followed through to MA, or

you may wish to study for the intermediate awards

of Postgraduate Certificate (PgC), or Postgraduate

Diploma (PgD). These a re choices you can make as

you progress through the programme.

The programme enga ges deeply with primary

texts, which is particularly important for those

considering tea ching, as The National Literacy

Strategy has underlined the necessity for

teachers to embed language and literacy

teaching in the use of well chosen texts. Deep

and extensive knowledge of literacy texts is vital,

as is the teacher's ability to analyse their

linguistic and literary features and to identify

their potential for children's learning. As a result,

children's literature is an key area of study for

anyone working with children in educational

and social settings.


Completing the programme will enhance your

career prospects in any field of work with children

or young people, particularly in teaching. Past

participants have also gone on to careers in

publishing a nd librarianship.

Participants often follow this programme for their

own personal as well as professional development,

and all benefit from the transferable skills

developed such as analytical thought and research.










Completing the programmewill enhance your careerprospects in any field of workwith children or young people,

particularly in teaching.


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MA Education (Generic)

Course Code: CID825


Course Code: CID826


Course Code: CID718

Duration: 2-3 years, Independent

Distance Learning

Course Summary

It is expected that students will be practitioners

from a n educa tional field. This would include

those working in schools, or as administrators

at local or national level.

The programme w ill help teachers to meet the

requirements of the new standards of excellence

and advanced teacher status. Participants will

develop excellence in both pedagogy and subject

specific skills. Teachers will be encouraged to reflect

creatively on the relation of theory and practicewithin the requirements of the National Curriculum.

Some modules have open content so that students

can steer their study to a particular subject or an

aspect of education that is most relevant.

A wide range of modules are on offer and these

may include: Leading Organisational Effectivenessin Educa tion and Training; Theory in Peda gogic

Practice; The Nature of Learning and Teaching;

Barriers to Learning; Learning with ICT; Advanced

Pedagogic Practice in Subject Related Disciplines;

Research Methods in Education.


This course is excellent professiona l development

for those already in the field, and will enhance

your career prospects and progression.








Apply for this Course on the courseinformation page on our website.

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MA International Education


Duration: 3 years, Distance Learning

Course Summary

The MA Interna tiona l Education is a Masters

qualification for teachers in international schools

who are seeking development and learning in the

field. The focus of study is practice ba sed a nd

research focused.


This course provides excellent professional

development for those already in the field, and will

enhance your career prospects and progression.










MA ProfessionalTeacher Educator


CID1005 Part-Time

Duration: 2 years, Full-Time2-3 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

This MA degree for Professiona l Tea cher

Educators develops and enhances the

professional knowledge and practice of existing

teacher educators. It recognises education as a

discipline in its own right and teacher educationas a specialist branch of that discipline.

The degree encourages the development of

critical autonomy and your ability to think

creatively and carefully about the purpose of

educa tion. You will review and extend your

professional knowledge as you extend your

repertoire of educational practice.

The programme a lso offers training opportunities

for qualified teachers who would like to become

teacher educators in the future.


This MA Professional Teacher Educator provides

opportunities for existing teacher educa tors across

the phases of education to review and extend theirprofessional knowledge and practice in a specialist

branch of education.

Graduates of the programme will be well placed to

pursue a professional career as a teacher educator

and be able to design and deliver curricula to support

the initial and continuing professional development of

teachers across subjects and specialisms.










Completing the programme will enhance your career prospects in anyfield of work with children or young people, particularly in teaching.


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I have found the courseat Sunderland an

invaluable experience

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MA Special Needs andInclusive Education


CID431 Part-Time

Duration: 1 years, Full-Time


Course Summary

This programme is ideal for teachers and lecturers

involved with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

You will develop your practica l knowledge ofSpecia l/Additional Needs, whilst also considering

the issues regarding educational inclusion.

The programme may be followed through to MA,

or you may wish to study only for the

intermediate awards of Postgraduate Certificate

(PgC), or Postgraduate Diploma (PgD). These

are choices you can make as you progress

through the programme.


Successfully completing the Masters will enhance

your promotion prospects and prepare you for a

development role in the Special Educational

Needs (SEN) sector.

Past graduates from this programme have gone on

to work in areas such as special needs and inclusion

posts, and senior management posts in education.

One past student has gone on to co-author a

book, with a member of the course team, on

supporting children with dyslexia in the

mainstream school system.

Entry Requirements and How to ApplyFor the most up to date entry requirements








Successfully completing the Masters will enhance your

promotion prospects and prepare you for a development

role in the Special Educational Needs (SEN) sector.


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MA Teaching and Learning in HE

Course Code: CID747


Course Summary

If you are a lecturer in a university or teaching

HE in an FE college, a research student with

teaching responsibilities, a learning support

professional, a professional with Education and

training responsibilities at degree or equivalent

professional level in the NHS or Social Care,

Public Service sectors or the private sector, then

this is the right course for you.

You will critica lly reflect on current pra ctice,

discussing contrasting theoretical perspectives,

evaluating the impact of new technologies, and

forming critical and friendly communities across

disciplines and sectors.


Successful completion of Year 1 of this programme

will grant you Fellowship of the Higher Education

Academy, and this course is excellent professional

development for those already in the field, and willenhance your career prospects and progression.








Apply for this Course on the courseinformation page on our website

I had thought about going intoteaching for quite some time but Ialwa ys thought that I wa nted to teach

Secondary Educa tion. I decided to goand get some experience working withchildren within years three and fivewhich I really enjoyed as they were allso eager to learn and so enthusiastic,I knew from that point that it wasPrimary Education that I wanted toteach. When looking for a course, Iknew tha t I wa nted to be based in theNorth East as Ive a lways liked thearea, so when Sunderland offered mea place I was thrilled as the city isright on the coast and I had heardlots of good comments regarding the

course itself. I have found the courseat Sunderland an invaluableexperience; the staff are very

supportive and strive to get the bestout of you to enable you to succeed.The course only has a sma ll numberof participants on it which is great aseveryone is friends and we all reallysupport each other especially whenyoure out on placement which isrea lly important as it ca n be veryda unting. The course ha s reallyprepared me so much for my futurecareer and Ive taken so much from it.I would say that the course is hardwork at times but can guarantee thatthe outcome is extremely rewarding.

James Dias - PGCE Primary Education


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MA Teaching and Learning with ICT


CID430 Part-time

Duration: 1 years, Full-Time2-3 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

This programme is for anyone seeking to explore and

evaluate the teaching and use of Information

Communication Technology. It a ims to link your

current practice with a study of current developments

in teaching ICTand education more widely.

The programme may be followed through to MA,

or you may wish to study only for the

intermediate awards of Postgraduate Certificate

(PgC), or Postgraduate Diploma (PgD). These

are choices you can make as you progress

through the programme.


This course is excellent professiona l development

for those already in the field, and will enhance

your career prospects and progression.






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The coursehas reallyprepared me

so much formy futurecareer

MSc Health andSocial Care Research


CID1097 Part-Time

Duration: 1 years, Full-Time

2 years, Part-Time

Course Summary

Are you interested in the rapidly changing context of

Health and Social Care provision? Our exciting

masters programme will give you the opportunity to

keep up with current changes and explore options. Itis designed to develop your analytical and critical

thinking in key areas such as practice and

management, interdisciplinary/partnership working,

and research methods. It will also give you the skills

and knowledge to progress your career into more

challenging senior management and research roles.

The social entrepreneur module provides a further

option for those wishing to pursue their own business

ambitions in health and social care.

For those not wishing to complete the full masters,

there is the opportunity to take modules that will

enable you to gain a postgraduate certificate or

diploma in Research Methods.


The number of jobs in health and socia l care has

risen in recent years. In addition to research

careers, the course will be valuable to those

considering a career in health or social servicesmanagement and practice in areas that include

public and voluntary welfare sectors, education,

outreach, policy development, and care and

support a gencies. Examples of work include

evaluating, commissioning or managing research

projects, managing health improvement and

lifestyle change, alcohol and drug

use/rehabilita tion mana gement, mental health

care, day centre managers, residential care home

managers, social care and advocacy.











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Customised

AwardSchemeCustomised Award Scheme

(CAS) is a flexible way to

study at University.The scheme offers you the opportunity to w rite

your own programme of study customised or

ta ilor-made a ccording to your interests and/or

your needs, within clearly defined University

regula tions. We can offer you a q ualificat ion

that suits you from a huge variety of subjects

and you can gain anything from a University

certificate to a Masters degree!

You could study full-time or part-time and

even transfer between the two. You can

join the scheme in either September or

January depending upon timetabling of

individual subjects.

Past examples have been students who

combined their interest in Music with their

love of Fine Art a nd Psychology. These

combinations were not part of the suite of

degrees that the University offered but the

unique design of the Customised Awards

Scheme meant it was possible to facilitate the

development of these personalised degrees.

Other possibilities are available too. For

instance, you might wish to learn a language

for pleasure or you might need to take a

selection of modules for professional

development in your workplace or you might

wish to explore a selection of subjects to

enhance your academic knowledge, e.g.

History, Politics and English.

If you are unsure as to exactly what you would

like to study, the Customised Award Scheme

allows you to take one or more modules as

'tasters' to explore your interests and also

develop your confidence. In addition to

academic and vocational subjects, we can

also offer a range of skills modules to help get

you back into formal study and develop your

research and writing skills.

Your specific needs can be addressed bydeveloping a suitable programme.

If you are an employer looking to develop

training packages for your sta ff then the

Customised Award Scheme aca demic team

and subject specialists can help you develop

modules and packages which are suited to the

needs of your organisa tion and your sta ff. The

modules will have academic relevance and

quality and may also be used to help your

employees study for further qualifications.


Career opportunities would depend upon the areas

of study undertaken. In addition to academic study

CAS also provides you with the opportunity to

develop, demonstrate and assess, transferable and

employability skills, as these can be integrated

into your CAS programme of study.

Entry RequirementsIt is strongly recommended that you discuss your

options with the CAS Programme Leader prior to

application. CAS Programme Leader, Maria

Dawson, can be contacted on: 0191 515 3303 or

via email at [email protected] .The Programme Leader will then guide you

through the application process.

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For further information please contact:

Marketing and Recruitment Team

Faculty of Education and Society

Forster Building

City Campus

Chester Road

Sunderland

SR1 3SD

Tel: 0191 515 3845

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sunderland.ac.uk

Contact Details

Disclaimer: The University reserves the

right to make variations to the contents

or methods of delivery of courses and

modules, to discontinue and to merge or

combine courses and modules, if such

action is reasonably considered to be

necessary by the University in the

context of its wider purpose. If the

university discontinues any course, it will

use reasonable endeavours to place the

student on a suitable alternative course.


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Level 5 Diplomas

Teaching Mathematics (Numeracy)

in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Professional Courses

Early Years Teacher Status

Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Mathematics

Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Chemistry

Subject Knowledge Enhancement (SKE) Physics PGCE Business

PGCE Computer Science

PGCE Design and Technology

PGCE English

PGCE Geography

PGCE Mathematics

PGCE Post Compulsory Education and Training

In Service PGCE Post Compulsory Education & Training

PGCE Primary Education

PGCE Science with Biology

PGCE Science with Chemistry

PGCE Science with Physics

Graduate Teacher Programme

PGCE Professional Graduate Certificate in Education

(OVERSEAS)

PGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education (CentreBased or Distance Learning)

Masters Degrees

MA English Studies

MA History

MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

(TESOL)

MA Advanced Professional Practice (Primary)

MA Advanced Professional Practice

(Primary/Secondary) (Business, Geography and

Design and Technology)

MA Advanced Professional Practice (Secondary)

MA Advancing Pedagogy

MA Childrens Literature

MA Education (Generic)

MA International Education

MA Professional Teacher Educator

MA Special Needs and Inclusive Education

MA Teaching and Learning in HE MA Teaching and Learning with ICT

MSc Health and Social Care Research

Customised Award Scheme

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