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Secondary teachers need to have a good knowledge of their subject or subjects. They need a degree in their main subject and to have studied additional subjects in University for at least 2 years.
That means that to become a Gaelic and Geography teacher they would need to study both subjects in University – at least one to degree level and the other for at least two years. They would then need to go on and do a Post-graduate diploma in Education (PGDE). The other option would be to do the MA Gaelic with Education Course. This course involves studying Gaelic modules for 2 years before going on to study Education modules for two years.
If they wish to teach another subject through the medium of Gaelic, e.g. Geography, Science or Maths, then they should study that subject at University. It would also be useful, though not essential, to study Gaelic in university.
Remember if they have studied two or more subjects to a high enough level they could teach those subjects in secondary school, making them more attractive to schools when they are applying for jobs.
Gaelic Primary Teaching courses are offered at:
The University of Aberdeen
The University of Strathclyde
The University of the Highlands and Islands
Some of the courses are offered long distance or part time.
See our Teaching Courses pages for more information.