Computing Studies for Teachers CPD Award
Course code 99X2
What is special about this course?
This CPD Award Computing Studies for Teachers course is designed to help qualified primary and secondary school teachers develop the general knowledge and skills required to deliver the computing curriculum up to SCQF Level 3.
Set up as a part-time, rolling programme with one module being offered each semester, you will complete both of the following modules in year one:
Database & Computer Systems
This module will cover the basics of computer systems and how the various hardware and software elements interact. Subjects covered include data representation and number systems, computer structure and the environmental impact of such.
Coding and Web Technologies
This module will develop knowledge, understanding and problem-solving skills related to modern Web Design and Software Development. Students will also learn best-practice techniques to build Websites and Web Apps using HTML and CSS in combination with a programming language to build and test software.
Although the focus of the course will be on developing skills, knowledge and understanding to teach general computing skills, you will be encouraged to explore teaching methodologies, develop and share learning activities and resources, and develop ideas on how to put these into practice.
Special features
- The course is delivered online, so you can fit your study around your personal and professional commitments
- Online discussion boards allow interaction with fellow students, tutors and peer-review submitted work
- Induction and tutorials are facilitated through webinars and other online software
- Course materials and assignments are designed to allow you to develop a range of teaching materials and objects that can be shared with fellow students and used in the classroom
- You will be part of an ongoing peer group of students that support each other and keep learning materials current, to allow school pupils the most up-to-date experience and information in Computing Studies
Entry requirements
Applicants must be:
- GTCS registered teachers
- qualified primary or secondary school teachers
- employed full-time or part-time within an educational setting
- qualified to SCQF 10 or above
CPD Award
Modules are:
- Database and computer systems
- Coding and web technologies
How will I study my course?
- Part-time (structured)
- You will study through a combination of video conference lectures and tutorials, and online study, via the university's virtual learning environment (VLE), with support from your tutors. You will also participate in scheduled tutor-led activities and discussions, facilitated through virtual classroom technology
How long will my course last?
- Part-time (structured): 1 year @ 20 hours per week
Number of hours per week indicates the total number of hours you should dedicate to the course, which includes time spent in lectures and your own time spent on individual study and research.
Where can I study my course?
- Inverness
You can study this fully online programme from anywhere in Scotland. You will be enrolled and supported by staff at UHI Inverness.
Start date
- September
- January
Fees
For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:
This includes
• EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
• EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
• EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| 2024-25 | 2025-26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Two 20 credit modules | £610 | £610 |
Rest of UK students
For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) or assessed as rest of the UK for fee status, the following fees apply:
| 2024-25 | 2025-26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Two 20 credit modules | £2,040 | £2,140 |
Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.
International students
This course is not available for international students, including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled status in the UK, requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study here. For students living in the UK and assessed as international for fee status, the following fees will apply:
This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.
| 2024-25 | 2025-26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Two 20 credit modules | £2,320 | £2,360 |
Funding
UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.
Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.
Additional costs
You will need access to a computer in order to complete your coursework, as well as broadband access to allow interaction with the learning materials on the VLE. Existing UHI LIS advice on minimum computer specifications and broadband speeds should be followed.
What can I do on completion of my course?
It is expected that applicants are already qualified primary or secondary school teachers who are employed full-time or part-time within an educational setting. On completion of this course you will be able to deliver the computing curriculum up to SCQF Level 3.
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for Computing Studies for Teachers CPD Award
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