Education - Stem Education

Overview

This Postgraduate Certificate in STEM Education is designed to be delivered on a part-time basis over the period of one academic year. It comprises two modules each of 30 CATS points: Developing Best Practice in STEM Education and Developing Leadership Skills in STEM Education.



This qualification will be of particular interest to primary teachers who are interested in developing their own knowledge and practice in STEM Education and leading the development of STEM Education in their educational setting.



The anticipated student cohort undertaking this part-time Postgraduate Certificate will be professionals working in educational settings and therefore a blended learning experience, both synchronous and asynchronous, will be used. Students will be strongly encouraged to attend one Saturday session held in Stranmillis University College where the course participants will be able to have a ‘hands on’ experience of the practical learning within the course.



Entitlement

Students who accumulate 60 CAT points on this programme, will graduate with a Postgraduate Certificate. Please note this course does not give you Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

STR7016 DEVELOPING BEST PRACTICE IN STEM EDUCATION

STR7015 DEVELOPMENT LEADERSHIP SKILLS IN STEM EDUCATION



All modules are 30 CATs. The Postgraduate Certificate may be taken as an award or progressed toward a full Master’s award. Both modules amounts to one-third of the full programme.

Applicants will normally hold a relevant 2:2 Honours degree or above in a related discipline and also be employed in a school or STEM educational setting. Applicants who do not meet the requirements above may be considered on an individual basis, where there is evidence of relevant experience. Applicants may be required to attend an interview to determine their suitability for entry.

How To Apply

The next intake for module two on this programme is for January 2026. The deadline for applications is 12noon on Thursday 8th January 2026. Applications received after this date will be treated on a case by case basis.

1 year part-time online.



How Will I Study?

You can visit our 46 acre campus and meet staff and students at any time. You may however wish to study completely online. Our online modules are led by a team of experienced lecturers who manage the environment and the student experience individually and in a professional manner. Opportunities for peer learning and professional discussion are an important part of the programme.



Contact Time

Classes are normally held once weekly (in the evening) via the College’s virtual learning environment – Canvas. Days will be agreed in advance of the programme with plenty of notice for study. We will also record all components of the programme for anyone who cannot attend on a particular evening.



Students on this programme will be strongly encouraged to attend one Saturday session held in Stranmillis University College where the course participants will be able to have a ‘hands on’ experience of the practical learning within the course.