The programme is free to eligible post-primary teachers and is fully funded by the Department of Education and Skills as part of the national strategy to support the implementation of STEM education and improve standards in physics education in post-primary schools by increasing the numbers of qualified teachers of physics.
The programme will ensure that successful candidates:
Acquire the theoretical and experimental knowledge of physics as well as pedagogical content knowledge that is necessary for effective physics teaching at post-primary level;
Demonstrate an ability to connect physics content modules and the school physics curriculum;
Develop a high standard of practical competence in physics teaching as reflective practitioners during their programme of study.
| College | Dublin City University (DCU) |
| Course ID | 191589 |
| Course Location | Glasnevin, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 9 |
| Course Type | Blended Learning - Mix of Classroom & Online |
| Course Qualification | Diploma |
| Awarding Body | Dublin City University |
| Course Duration | 2 years part-time |
| Entry Requirements | For admission to the Professional Diploma in Teaching Physics programme, successful applicants must have: An honours undergraduate degree at level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), or equivalent. Minimum H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics (or equivalent) OR 5 ECTS credits in mathematics at NFQ level 6 or above, if not already demonstrated at at NFQ level 8 or equivalent / greater. Full current registration as a post-primary teacher with the Teaching Council for Education Sector = Route 2 Post Primary. A completed self-declaration form |
| Career Path | Graduates will be qualified to teach post-primary physics at the highest level. |
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