PG Diploma in Teacher Education (PGDTE)
Post Graduate Diploma in Teacher Education (PGDTE)
Course Overview:
The Post Graduate Diploma in Teacher Education (PGDTE) is a one-year professional programme designed for graduates and postgraduates aspiring to build a career in the field of teacher education, training, and educational leadership. It equips learners with advanced pedagogical knowledge, teaching methodologies, curriculum development skills, and educational research competencies.
This programme is especially suitable for individuals who:
- Wish to enter the teaching profession but are not eligible for B.Ed.
- Aspire to train teachers, manage academic institutions, or engage in educational consultancy.
- Are working educators seeking professional upgradation.
Career Prospects after PGDTE
The diploma opens up multiple professional pathways in the field of education and allied sectors:
- Teaching & Training Careers
- Teacher in private schools, international schools, and coaching institutes (especially where B.Ed. is not mandatory).
- Teacher Trainer in Teacher Training Institutes and NGOs.
- Instructor in adult education and community education projects.
- Academic & Research Roles
- Research Associate in educational projects.
- Curriculum Developer & Instructional Designer.
- Academic Coordinator / Supervisor in schools and colleges.
- Administrative & Leadership Roles
- Educational Administrator in schools and training centres.
- Program Officer in NGOs and educational foundations.
- Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist in corporate training.
SNo | Subject Code | Subject | Max.Marks |
1 | PGDTE1 | Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education | 100 |
2 | PGDTE2 | Psychology of Learning and Development | 100 |
3 | PGDTE3 | Curriculum Studies and Instructional Design | 100 |
4 | PGDTE4 | Educational Technology and ICT in Pedagogy | 100 |
5 | PGDTE5 | Assessment, Evaluation and Research in Education | 100 |
6 | PGDTE6 | Inclusive Education and Guidance | 100 |
7 | PGDTE7 | School Organization and Educational Management | 100 |
8 | PGDTE8 | Environmental Education | 100 |
9 | PGDTE9 | Pedagogy of School Subject (English/Tamil/Maths/Science/Social Studies / Physics/Chemistry/History/Geography/Commerce & Accountancy/ Computer Science/Sociology/Political Science/Home Science) |
100 |
10 | PGDTE10 | Microteaching | 100 |
Duration:1 Year
Eligibility: A Pass in any degree (10+2+3)
Fees: Rs.8000/-