What to do in preparation for your arrival in Edinburgh and before commencing your studies. Catholic Teacher's Certificate in Religious Education (CTC)The Catholic Teacher's Certificate in Religious Education (CTC) is the qualification required for those eligible* and wishing to teach Religious Education in Catholic primary schools or in Catholic secondary schools as a 'generalist' RE teacher. Working in partnership with the Scottish Government and the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, the University of Glasgow is responsible for this award. It is delighted to offer the qualification in 2024-25 to PGDE students at the University of Edinburgh.The blended learning course will be taught by University of Glasgow staff over two semesters and will involve face-to-face teaching on University of Edinburgh campus and online coursework. It will fit with your PGDE timetable and is at no extra cost. To find out more about the course and to apply, please use the following link: Catholic Teacher's Certificate in Religious Education (CTC)*More information on eligibility can be found at the Scottish Catholic Education Service website Complete your top 6 tasks Before starting at the University of Edinburgh, there are six essential tasks that you will need to complete including matriculating, paying your fees, and obtaining a student card and access to WiFi. Essential top 6 tasks Access New Student information The New Student website contains a wide range of information on starting at the University of Edinburgh, including health and wellbeing guidance, keeping safe, and setting up IT. Information for new students Meet with the Disability and Learning Support Service (for students with Additional Support Needs) The University's Disability and Learning Support Service provides advice and support for students with additional support needs joining the University. Make an appointment to meet them to discuss your needs, and they can help to work out an appropriate package of support that matches your personal needs. This might include a note-taker, material captioning or transcription, a BSL interpreter, or additional time for assessments or completing assignments.We have a number of support mechanisms within Moray House for students with additional support needs, as well as research expertise by way of the Scottish Sensory Centre.Visit the Disability and Learning Support Service website Related links Information about LEARN Virtual Learning EnvironmentGuidance for mature studentsView your Degree Programme Timetable'Information for current students' on the Student Hub This article was published on 2024-10-07
