Professional Studies in Education (E88)

Open University
Postgraduate PgDip Distance learning 2 Years EducationEnglish language

About this course

This professional postgraduate qualification explores education through the lens of your chosen specialism, and you will be encouraged to relate your learning and theoretical content to your own experiences and context. You’ll also have the flexibility to change your specialism at Stage 2 if you want to diversify your study area. On completion of this diploma, you can choose to continue studying and complete the MA or MEd in Education.

Key features of the course

  • Offers a rich diversity of specialisms to choose from to suit your professional requirements, experience, and interests.

  • Has an emphasis on professional development through collaborative learning, though alternate ways of working can be facilitated.

  • Develops and consolidates advanced scholarship and independent learning in the context of your own practice.

  • Is a stepping stone towards the MA or MEd in Education

  • Gives you the option to count your previous study towards this qualification, helping you pay less and finish sooner.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2223 Speech and language therapists
    2314 Primary education teaching professionals
    2315 Nursery education teaching professionals
    2316 Special and additional needs education teaching professionals
    2319 Teaching professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Education, English language