Digital Education PG Dip

Digital technology is growing in every sector and education is no exception. Discover how to combine new technologies with formal academic learning on our PG Dip Digital Education.  

You’ll begin by looking at a range of teaching and learning theories, before moving on to explore inclusivity within digital learning and the effects of AI within education. This includes machine learning, natural language processing or intelligent tutoring systems.  

On successful completion of your PG Dip Digital Education, you can progress to study the full MSc Digital Education (180 credits).   

Modules 

  • Philosophy of education and theories of teaching and learning (20 credits) 
  • Delivering effective teaching and learning (20 credits) 
  • Digital learning and inclusion (20 credits) 
  • The role of research and academics literature in developing practice (20 credits) 
  • Digital production methods in teaching (20 credits) 
  • Digital futures: artificial intelligence and education (20 credits)  
PG Dip Award
January, April, July, October Start
Part-time, Online Study Mode
16 months Duration

Entry Requirements For This Course

We know many people from non-traditional backgrounds would succeed on our courses. That’s why we offer two different entry routes, taking into account your prior work experience and relevant qualifications. You’ll also need to meet our English language requirements.  

Additionally, you’ll need to pass your first assignment set within the two-week induction period of the course in order to continue with your studies. 

 

Academic entry route 

In order to satisfy the academic entry route requirements for our PG Dip Digital Education, you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:  

  • an undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree; or a relevant professional qualification  

  

Work experience entry route 

In order to satisfy the work experience entry route requirements, you must meet the following criteria: 

  •  at least two years of education work experience 

 

English language requirements 

As our courses are delivered in English, a high proficiency is required in this language. If English isn’t your first language, your English ability should be equivalent to an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5. Don’t worry if you don’t hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification – we offer a free online English test to assess your proficiency.   

You don’t need to prove your English ability if you are a national of, or have completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in, any of these countries. 

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