Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies (International Baccalaureate)

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Overview

The Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies (International Baccalaureate) course has been designed to broaden teacher's understanding and skills in relation to the philosophy and concepts underlying the International Baccalaureate Programmes (PYP and DP) including processes, culture and classroom practices. The course is recommended for teachers currently teaching in IB schools, those wishing to teach in IB schools or wanting to develop networks between IB schools. This qualification will be recognised by the International Baccalaureate in relation to the IB Teacher Award Scheme and as a credential for teachers in IB schools.

Course Objectives

Students who have completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Educational Studies (International Baccalaureate) should be able to:

• Demonstrate the essential knowledge and skills to perform competently as an IB teacher;
• Comprehend the intellectual, social and psychological aspects of their IB work with learners and synthesise theory and practice;
• Understand the key concepts of IB curriculum policy formation and IB curriculum development;
• Evaluate and use constructive criticism of their own work and of the institutions in which they teach;
• Develop theoretical understandings of the International Baccalaureate; and
• Demonstrate an understanding of curriculum delivery modes of the IB as a model for professional learning.

Entrance Requirements

• completed an approved degree and an approved teaching qualification; or
• completed an approved four-year teaching degree; or
• completed an approved equivalent qualification which is recognised by the Faculty as evidence of adequate preparation for the course and has a record of professional or teaching experience in a field and at a level acceptable to the Faculty.

Course Structure

The PYP stream of the course is comprised of four compulsory subjects: