Primary (PGDE - Graduates Only)
University of DundeeCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in education and teaching with the Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (Scotland) Primary (PGDE - Graduates Only) at University of Dundee. Based in Dundee, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 9-month full-time structure. When you successfully complete this course you will gain provisional registration as a primary teacher and be able to work with children from 3 to 12 years old. This course combines two on-campus study modules with three school professional practice placements. You will gain vital classroom skills and experience while also learning the theory of teaching children. International tuition fees are £23,150 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 64 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,150
per year
Home Student Fee
£1,820
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Dundee
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £32,000 | £38,000 |
| 3 years | £31,000 | £32,500 | £33,000 |
| 5 years | £34,500 | £36,500 | £38,000 |
UK subject average: £30,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH22-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About University of Dundee
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