Post-Graduate Diploma in Education - Primary (PDEP)

Professional teacher training for graduates entering primary education

Programme Status

Accredited by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Programme Description

The Post-Graduate Diploma in Education - Primary is structured around a competency-based educational framework, tailored to prepare aspiring educators for the dynamic demands of primary school teaching. This program equips candidates with foundational pedagogical expertise, fostering reflective and informed teaching practices. It emphasizes critical engagement with educational philosophies, ethical considerations, and innovative teaching methodologies.

Participants will rigorously explore strategies for assessing learner needs, contemporary instructional techniques, and the integration of emerging educational technologies. By addressing both theoretical and practical dimensions, the program enhances trainees' ability to navigate modern classroom challenges while advancing their capacity to deliver impactful, student-centered education in primary school settings.

Programme Details

Duration

Minimum: 1 Year | Maximum: 2 Years

9 months (Semester/Weekend mode)

Study Mode

Trimester System

Three academic sessions per year

Target Group

This programme is intended for:

  • Graduates from recognized universities holding an honours degree in a non-education field who wish to teach in primary schools
  • Individuals managing or working in primary education settings without formal teacher training
  • Professionals with a Master's or PhD in a non-education discipline seeking pedagogical training

Admission Requirements

  • An honours degree from a recognised university in any discipline other than education
  • A Master's or PhD in a non-education field (optional)
  • Demonstrated passion or commitment to teaching and working with children

Programme Structure

LGIHE implements a trimester system with three academic sessions per year:

Session I: August – December

12 weeks of lectures, continuous assessment, and practicum

Session II: January – March

12 weeks of lectures, continuous assessment, and practicum

Session III: April – July

12 weeks of lectures, continuous assessment, and examinations

The programme includes two blocks of supervised school-based practicum during Session I and Session II, offering students valuable hands-on teaching experience in primary school settings.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are qualified to work as:

  • Primary school teachers
  • Educational coordinators in primary settings
  • Curriculum developers
  • Educational consultants
  • School administrators

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