Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Primary

For graduates interested in teaching, our Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Primary programme will give you the skills and qualification you need to teach at Primary school level.

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Visit the University’s Degree Finder for detailed entry requirements, international grade equivalency, language requirements and for details on how to apply through the UCAS website.

The Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) Primary is for graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession at primary school level.

Our teacher education students share some advice and reflect on their experiences on the PGDE programme at Moray House School of Education and Sport.

Graduates from the PGDE Primary programme are qualified to teach, and eligible for provisional registration from the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).

Find details of tuition fees and opportunities for scholarships and financial support for our PGDE Primary programmes.

Questions about your application or whether to apply for the PGDE Primary programme? Contact the Admissions team or the Programme Directors who look forward to hearing from you.

Applications to the Professional Graduate Diploma in Education must be made through UCAS. The following outlines the entry requirements, UCAS link, further guidance on your personal statement and what to expect after applying.