Education, Community, and Social Work modules
Browse Education, Community, and Social Work modules to find descriptions, what you will learn, how you will be taught, and how you will be assessed.
Level 1
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Introduction to Community Development, Youth Work and Adult Education module (CO10008)
Explore the historical and philosophical foundations of youth work, adult learning and community development work. Explore in both a Scottish and UK context
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Building Relationships in Communities module (CO10009)
Learn how to make the most of our relationships. These will be with the diverse groups and individuals we work with to achieve the best for each one
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 60 credits module (CO10010)
You will show that you are a reflective practitioner who can evaluate your prior experience. This will enable the award of credit
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 120 credits module (CO10011)
Reflect on your community work practice, build a portfolio of evidence, and show competence against the CLD Standards Council framework
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Youth Work Practice: Hot Chocolate Trust module (CO12001)
You will be taught off-campus at Hot Chocolate Trust. In this practice setting, young people will be your co-lecturers. You will see youth work theory in action
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Pedagogical Studies 1 (Year 1) module (ED12013)
An introduction to the theory and practice of education. This will allow you to become reflective and effective members of the teaching profession.
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Teaching Across the Curriculum (Year 1) module (ED12014)
Learn key principles from the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence. Gain an understanding of the curricular areas via curriculum design
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Professional Practice (Year 1) module (ED12015)
This is the first Professional Practice that you will undertake in the four-year MA (Hons) Education course
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Working Together module (ID10001)
Exploring the importance of collaboration and working together in practice (in Social Work, Teaching, and Community Education) in striving for social change
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Values: Self, Society and the Professions module (ID11001)
Learn about the concepts of values and social justice, and how they are central to the professions of education, social work, and community education
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French Intensive module (IF10001)
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German Intensive module (IG10001)
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Italian Intensive module (II10001)
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Gaelic Intensive module (IL10001)
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Chinese Intensive module (IM10001)
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Spanish Intensive module (IS10001)
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Personal Learning and Professional Development in Childhood Practice module (PD10040)
Develop effective study skills and strategies for lifelong learning to support your continuing professional development
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Applied French 1A (Beginner) module (PF11001)
This course is for those with no prior knowledge of French. You will work within the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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Applied French 1A (non-beginner) module (PF11003)
This course is for learners with some prior knowledge of French. You will work within the A2-B1 level of the CEFR.
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Applied French 1B (Beginner) module (PF12002)
This is designed for learners with no prior qualifications in French but with prior knowledge from PF11001 Applied French 1A
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Applied French 1B (non-beginner) module (PF12004)
This is designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in French
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Applied Spanish 1A (Beginner) module (PS11001)
This course is for those with no prior Spanish knowledge. You will work within the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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Applied Spanish 1A (non-beginner) module (PS11003)
This course is for learners with some prior knowledge of Spanish. You will work within the A2-B1 level of the CEFR
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Applied Spanish 1B (Intensive) module (PS12002)
This is an intensive Spanish language course designed for learners with no prior Spanish qualifications but with prior knowledge from PS11001 Applied Spanish 1A
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Applied Spanish 1B (non-beginner) module (PS12004)
Spanish language course designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in Spanish
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The Sociology and Development of Social Work module (SW11009)
You will get a sociological understanding of social work. You will achieve this through a study of how and why it developed
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Power, Politics and Practice module (SW11010)
Understand basic political ideologies, connect current issues to politics, and understand the impact of politics on social work.
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Relationship Building Skills module (SW11011)
Understand communication skills in the context of 'relationship-based' social work practice
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Introduction to Social Work in Scotland module (SW11012)
This module is designed to help you understand the structure, context and principles of social work in Scotland
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Level 2
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Children's Health and Wellbeing module (BA20050)
Learn to support children's health and wellbeing. Develop your knowledge, skills and attitudes to become more effective in understanding the needs of families.
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Diversity and Inclusion module (BA20059)
Increase your knowledge and understanding of diversity and inclusion. You will also examine your values and perspectives in relation to your own work setting
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Listening to Children module (BA22001)
Explore key theories and frameworks around what it means to listen to children. Develop practical skills for documenting children’s perspectives in your setting.
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Community Education - Practice Learning 2 module (CO20013)
Get practical experience in youth work, adult education, and community development work
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Critical Community Practice module (CO20014)
Explore the causes of injustice and the need for Community Education. Explore how policies and practices are influenced by politics and connect to the theory.
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Inquiry-Based Practice module (CO20015)
Explore how to use your natural curiosity to carry out a community-based inquiry. You will apply a critical approach to work with people and communities
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Community Development & Sustainable Futures module (CO20016)
You will explore the links between social and environmental justice. You will look at how to ensure the sustainability of community projects
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Social Justice and Communities module (CO20017)
Explore different perspectives on social justice. Delve into relevant policies. Consider how practice impacts on inequality and helps make a more just society
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 240 credits module (CO20018)
Get 240 SCQF credits recognised for prior learning. Show your professional competence in youth work, adult learning, or community development
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Engaging Communities module (CO21007)
Apply community engagement approaches to your practice. This covers a range of community-based settings. You will develop more reflective and effective practice
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Youth Work in Practice module (CO21008)
Explore the ethos, principles and informal educational approach of contemporary youth work practice
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Art and Social Change module (CO21009)
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Languages (Year 2) module (ED21005)
Learn about the learning and teaching of language to children in primary school
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STEM module (ED22025)
Develop curricular knowledge and understanding of a number of topics. This will cover Mathematics and Numeracy, Science, Technologies, and Design and Technology
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Learning from Life (Year 2) module (ED22026)
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Professional Practice (Year 2) module (ED22029)
An introduction to the study of psychology. There is an emphasis on child development and a P4-P7 placement
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Learning and Teaching for Sustainability module (ED22033)
Develop your knowledge and understanding of Learning for Sustainability (LfS). This will be done through a critical examination of classroom practice
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Teaching Across the Curriculum 2 module (ED22034)
Gain a more detailed overview of the principles and practices that make up the curriculum of the primary school
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Gender, Sexuality, Culture module (HU21001)
Explore how ideas about gender and sexuality shape society
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Children and Society module (PD20055)
Gain an understanding of the dynamic nature of society, how this influences children, and how this can impact families, communities, and childhoods
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Creativity and Self Expression module (PD20056)
Develop an understanding of the importance of creativity and self-expression in a child’s development and learning
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Leading Learning module (PD20057)
Explore how to lead learning through pedagogical strategies focusing on the educator’s role
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Professional Project module (PD20065)
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Applied French 2A (beginner) module (PF21001)
This is an intensive French language course. It is for learners with some prior intensive study of French (PF11001/PF12002 Applied French 1A/1B or equivalent)
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Applied French 2A (non-beginner) module (PF21003)
This is designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in French
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Applied French 2B (beginner) module (PF22002)
This is designed for learners with some prior intensive study of French (such as PF21001 Applied French 2A or equivalent)
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Applied French 2B (non-beginner) module (PF22004)
This is designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in French
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Applied Spanish 2A (beginner) module (PS21001)
An intensive Spanish language course designed for learners with some prior intensive study of Spanish (e.g. PS11001/PS12002 Applied Spanish 1A/1B or equivalent)
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Applied Spanish 2A (non-beginner) module (PS21003)
Spanish language course designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in Spanish
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Applied Spanish 2B (beginner) module (PS22002)
An intensive Spanish language course designed for learners with some prior intensive study of Spanish(e.g. PS21001 Applied Spanish 2A or equivalent)
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Applied Spanish 2B (non-beginner) module (PS22004)
Spanish language course designed for learners with prior qualifications at university entrance level in Spanish
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Reflective and Ethical Practice module (SW21011)
Learn about the complex ethical make up of social work. You will develop your skills of reflective social work practice
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Law and Social Policy in Social Work Practice module (SW21013)
Explore the legal and policy context in which professional social work practice is planned and delivered. Explore the impact on the rights of social work users
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Critical Knowledge for Social Work Practice Part 1 - Assessing Human Behaviour in the Social Environment module (SW21015)
Learn the key social work theories and knowledge base that make up most social work practice
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Action for Social Justice module (SW21016)
Explore concepts, assess strategies, and cultivate collaboration to promote social justice internationally and locally
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Introduction to Practice Learning BA2 module (SW22013)
Explore professionalism and the different roles a social worker might have. You will look at the contexts in which social work takes place
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Critical Knowledge for Social Work Practice Part 2 -Models and Methods module (SW22014)
This module provides fundamental learning in social work practice including thinking, theory and skills
Level 3
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Pedagogical Perspectives module (BA30057)
Explore approaches that educators use to develop awareness about the individual child and how they learn. You will explore different methods and strategies
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Action Research module (BA30083)
You will research a specific area within your professional role. Combine both theory and practical knowledge to write a report on this area.
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Reviewing Policy and Legislation into Practice module (BA30084)
Analyse the role of national and international policy. You will review one policy about your own setting
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Foundations in community-based research module (CO31001)
Explore how to use social research to enhance your work as a Community Educator. Conduct a research project into issues identified by people in your community
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Critical Community Practice module (CO31002)
Explore what it means to think critically about Community Education. You will examine the impact of various powers and systemic injustices on communities
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Art and Social Change module (CO31005)
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Developing & Evaluating Community Work module (CO32001)
Gain practical experience of youth work, adult education, and community development work
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Learning across Subject Boundaries module (ED31002)
Explore how to teach beyond subject boundaries
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Learning and Teaching for Equity and Wellbeing module (ED31014)
You will understand the complex relationships that exist between inclusion, wellbeing, and equity
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Pedagogical Studies 2 module (ED31045)
You will learn to enhance their skills as reflective and effective teachers. This will have a focus on the early years of Nursery and Primary 1-3
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Theory and Practice of Learning and Teaching including Professional Practice (Year 3) module (ED32002)
This is the third Professional Practice on the four-year MA (Hons) Education course
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Education and Childhood in Global Contemporary Society module (ED32003)
Examine how childhood and education are shaped by culture, history, and global context
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Research and the Teacher (Year 3) module (ED32013)
An introduction to the research skills and methods you can use to help you develop as an inquiring teaching professional
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Perspectives on Education module (ED32046)
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French speaking countries module (FR30001)
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Key dates in French history module (FR30002)
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Education and Work module (FR30003)
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The French cinema module (FR30004)
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German speaking countries module (GR30001)
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Key dates in German history module (GR30002)
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Education and Work module (GR30003)
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German cinema module (GR30004)
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Joint Action for Social Justice module (ID32001)
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Independent Study (3) module (PD30074)
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Leading Inquiry module (PD30075)
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Leading Quality Childhood Practice module (PD30076)
Plan a small-scale quality improvement project and reflect on your ability to lead a team through the proposed changes
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Professional Project module (PD30080)
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Training and Development module (PD30081)
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Professional Inquiry Project module (PD30087)
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Applied French 3 module (PF30001)
The first of two French Honours modules. You will work within language skills at level B2 (all skills) and C1 (selected skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied French 3: Language and Culture in Context module (PF30002)
First of two language and culture Honours modules. Work in language skills at level B2 (all skills) and C1 (selected skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied Spanish 3 module (PS30001)
The first of two Spanish Honours modules, working within language skills at level B2 (all skills) and C1 (selected skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied Spanish 3: Language and Culture in Context module (PS30002)
First of two language and culture Honours modules, working within language skills at level B2 (all skills) and C1 (selected skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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The Hispanic World module (SP30001)
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History & Society module (SP30002)
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Work & Education module (SP30003)
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Culture, Leisure and Cinema module (SP30004)
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Reading, Understanding and Applying Research module (SW30010)
The social sciences are fundamental to the practice of social work. In this module you will learn how to read, understand and apply them to practice
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Practice Learning module (SW31011)
This is the first assessed practice module and occurs in semester one of 3rd year. You will be placed in an agency where you will work with service users
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Professional Practice and Identity module (SW32012)
In this module, you will improve your critical understanding of social work values and identity.
Level 4
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Practice Inquiry Project module (CO40006)
Explore an area of interest to inform your own practice. This will allow you deepen your knowledge and challenge your understanding
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Working in Diverse and Divided Contexts module (CO41002)
Combine theory and practice in this Internship. You will take a lead in the delivery of several pieces of work in your Community Education placement setting
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Critical Reflection module (CO42001)
Reflect on and celebrate your progress in academia and as a practitioner while on the course. Understand what makes you a competent practitioner
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Research and the Teacher: Extended Professional Enquiry (Literature Based) (Year 4) module (ED41001)
Engage in a substantial research-based study. This may be empirical or theoretical in its focus
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Policies, Practices and Issues in Education module (ED41040)
Learn about current educational policies and issues. You will explore why they are important. This will cover how these impact teachers, children, and parents
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PGDE(P/S) Introduction to Learning and Teaching module (ED41072)
Learn the theoretical and practical foundations of teaching and learning. These are essential groundwork for being a primary or secondary teacher
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Professional Practice 1 module (ED41073)
Professional Practice is a central element of the PGDE Programme. This first Professional Practice is a 6 week placement during the first semester.
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Pedagogical Studies 3 (Year 4) module (ED42001)
Further develop the theory and practice of education. There will be a focus on the methods and approaches used in creating an inclusive classroom environment
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Professional Practice Year 4 - All Stages (Choice) module (ED42002)
This is the final Professional Practice that you will undertake on the four-year MA (Hons) Education course.
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PGDE(P/S) Developing Practice module (ED42075)
You will explore interdisciplinary learning and inclusive practices. You will do this while gaining practical skills in teaching diverse students
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Professional Practice 2 module (ED42076)
Professional Practice is a central element of the PGDE Programme. This second Professional Practice is a 6 week placement in semester 2 (January).
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Professional Practice 3 module (ED42077)
Professional Practice is a central element of the PGDE Programme. This third and final Professional Practice is a 6 week placement in semester 2 (April).
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Dissertation module (EU40002)
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Health and the Environment module (FR40002)
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Health and the Environment module (GR40002)
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Applied French 4 module (PF40001)
The second of two French Honours modules. You will work with language skills at level C1 (most skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied French 4: Language and Culture in Context module (PF40002)
Second of two language and culture Honours modules. You will work in language skills at level C1 (most skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied Spanish 4 module (PS40001)
The second of two Spanish Honours modules, working within language skills at level C1 (most skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Applied Spanish 4: Language and Culture in Context module (PS40002)
Second of two language and culture Honours modules, working within language skills at level C1 (most skills and topic areas) of the CEFR
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Literature module (SP40001)
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Health and the Environment module (SP40002)
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Social Work BA Dissertation module (SW40004)
Undertake a critical review of research relevant to an area of professional social work practice
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Practice Learning 4 module (SW42003)
This is the final practice placement for social work students undertaking the BA(hons) Social Work course
Level 5
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Developing & Evaluating Community Work module (CO50012)
Explore the role of community work in action for social change. You will critically analyse values-based community practice within wider societal contexts
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Critical Community Practice module (CO50013)
Learn the knowledge and skills needed for transformative practice in Community Education. These skills will be aligned with current professional standards
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Working in Diverse and Divided Contexts module (CO50014)
Develop your knowledge and skills for advanced reflexive practice in community education. These will align with contemporary professional standards
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Foundations in community-based research module (CO50017)
Explore how to use social research to enhance your work as a Community Educator. Conduct a research project into issues identified by people in your community
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Practice Inquiry Project module (CO50018)
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Placement (Year 2) module (ED50024)
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The Fellowship Module module (ED50043)
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Reflecting Upon Leadership in the IB module (ED50047)
Establish your professional leadership philosophy. You will develop a reflective practice, and develop as a pedagogical leader
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Education for Sustainable Development module (ED50051)
You will be empowered to develop as sustainability educators by developing your competencies to implement ESD effectively.
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PGDE(P/S) Introduction to Learning and Teaching module (ED51072)
Learn the theoretical and practical foundations of teaching and learning, learn the essentials for being a primary or secondary teacher
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TESOL Curriculum and Instruction module (ED51073)
Develop an understanding of TESOL curriculum design. You will learn about English language teaching in the context of English for Speakers of Other Languages
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Critical Language Awareness and Practice in TESOL module (ED51074)
Learn about the English language. You will also develop pedagogical competence to teach English in TESOL contexts
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PGDE(P/S) Developing Practice module (ED52075)
Explore interdisciplinary learning and inclusive practices. You will do this while gaining practical skills in teaching diverse students
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Professional Studies Project module (IC50013)
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Leadership and Organisational Development module (PD50175)
Develop the skills to lead change within your organisation
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Research Methods for Professional Inquiry module (PD50177)
You will learn the relationship between methodology and methods of gathering data. You will learn how to design a research project for a professional context
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Reflecting Upon Practice module (PD50189)
The process of reflection and reflective practice is crucial for any successful educator. The content draws on a range of theory and research.
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Innovation in Education module (PD50192)
Plain text Explore the key factors driving changes in education. This will enhance your ability to innovate within your own practice
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International Education module (PD50194)
Explore policies and issues in International Education. This will be about Language, Culture, and Citizenship. You will also develop your critical perspective
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The Inclusive Educator module (PD50205)
Learn about current educational policies and practice related to inclusion. You will develop your own inclusive practice
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Education MEd Dissertation module (PD50206)
The module involves an in-depth consideration of a problem or question of your choosing. It is the largest piece of written work produced during your degree
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Wellbeing of Children and Young People module (PD50218)
Learn about a deeper understanding of wellbeing. Explore the positive and negative effects of societal factors on the wellbeing of children and young people
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Science in the Primary School module (PD50232)
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Developing as a Strategic Leader module (PD50233)
Develop your critical engagement with leadership theory. You will also develop with both the domestic and international educational policy context
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Leading Strategic Change module (PD50234)
This is the second of two modules in the Into Headship programme. This programme is designed for aspiring headteachers and school leaders in Scotland
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DAppEdPsy Placement: Year 1 module (RD50001)
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Policy Development module (SW50010)
Learn about social policy and its impact on service users and communities supported by social work practitioners.
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Professional Practice module (SW50013)
Explore professional social work practice and its underlying skills, and values. You will also undertake two practice learning opportunities.
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Enhanced Professional Practice module (SW50015)
Explore professional social work and specialist areas of practice and knowledge. There is also the opportunity to undertake third practice learning.
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Decision Making module (SW50017)
Learn how to draw on ethics, theory, legislation, research, risk, and social justice to inform your professional decisions as a social worker
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Caring within Integrated Services module (SW50018)
Learn about the importance of care to social work, where it fits alongside other professions, and how it is experienced by those who use social work services
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Leading for Change in Organisations module (SW50019)
Learn about your role, as a Social Work student and then a Social Work practitioner, in providing leadership within practice
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Social Work with Children, Families and Communities module (SW51003)
Explore a range of care and practice with children, families, and communities, drawing on examples and research from UK and international contexts
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Social Work with Adults and Communities module (SW51004)
Explore how rights, relationships, and resilience are connected in the context of social work with adults and communities.
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Social Work in a Changing Scotland module (SW51005)
You will be introduced to social work and social care systems in Scotland
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Professional judgment in social work module (SW51006)
You will be introduced to social work as a regulated profession. You will learn how it works at the interface of legal, policy and professional responsibilities
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Research for social work practice module (SW51007)
You will learn key skills related to knowledge use in social work. This will cover critical analysis, integration and application.
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Transition to qualified practice module (SW51008)
You will learn about social work methods and practice skills
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Research Methods in Social Work Practice and Policy module (SW52008)
Explore and evaluate the use of research and other sources of evidence as relevant to fields of practice and policy
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Comparative Social Policy Development and Leadership module (SW52009)
Learn about developments in local and international social policy and their impact on social work practice.
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Professional Social Work Practice module (SW52010)
Explore social work processes and approach within an ecological framework
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Social Work Masters Dissertation module (SW52011)
The dissertation module requires independent work on an original research study related to social work
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Social Work MSc Research Project module (SW53005)
Bring your knowledge and skills attained throughout the course together within a research project of your choice, focused on global or local social work
Level 6
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DAppEdPsy Placement: Year 2 module (RD60003)
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