The Stirling Institute of Education
Teacher Qualification (Further Education)
The University of Stirling Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) is a qualification which aims to meet the needs of the contemporary Scottish FE sector, by offering a flexible programme for both pre- and in-service students:
- It is based on the ‘The Professional Standards for Lecturers in Scotland’s Colleges’ published by the Scottish Executive in June 2006.
- It is approved by the Scottish Executive in consultation with the General Teaching Council (Scotland)
- The core TQFE award can be completed within one calendar year (two semesters)
- It offers advanced standing for the PDA awards equivalent to one module (15 credits at postgraduate level and 44 credits at undergraduate level)
- It offers progression pathways at undergraduate (BA) and postgraduate (MEd TQFE) levels of study
- It offers pre-service students opportunities for practicing their teaching in both a simulated environment at the University and through practice placements in collaborating FE Colleges.
- It is delivered on a day-release basis for in-service staff and supported through electronic learning materials (using WebCT). In-house versions of the TQFE are also offered at individual colleges.
- It provides ongoing support and assessment within a college from a dedicated team of Teacher Fellows and mentoring staff
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| Laura Adam |
| Room B33 Pathfoot Building The Stirling Institute of Education University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA |
Tel: 01786 467603 |
| Fax:: +44 (0) 1786 466131 |
| Email: laura.adam@stir.ac.uk |
