PGD in Education with Technology

Career Prospects

Graduates of this programme shall qualify to earn an equivalent of Post Graduate Diploma in Education with Technology. They shall therefore be qualified to be admitted for further Masters’ Degree studies for programs in Education.

Programme Objectives

The objective of the UTAMU Post Graduate Diploma in Education with Technology is to support Teaching Assistants, Assistant Lecturers, and Lecturers who do not have a teaching background to get equipped with the basics of teaching including Online Teaching and Learning.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate of the UTAMU Post Graduate Diploma Education with Technology programme shall be able to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge, attitudes, and skills of digital age work and learning.
  2. Plan, design, and assess effective learning environments and experiences.
  3. Implement curriculum methods and strategies that use technology to maximize student learning.
  4. Develop technology-enabled assessment and evaluation strategies.
Admission Requirements

To be admitted, candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.

Candidates should have access to the Internet to participate in the online sessions and be available to attend the face-to-face intensive sessions.

Program Duration

The program will extend over a period of two academic years. An academic year shall consist of two semesters. A semester shall consist of 15 weeks of lectures.

Program Options

Year One Semester One (Core Courses)

LH

TH

PH

CH

CU

EEF 7100

Foundations of Education (Sociology of Education, Philosophy of Education, History of Education, Comparative Education)

45

30

-

60

4

EEF 7101

ICT in Education

30

-

30

45

3

EEF 7102

Communication Skills in Education

20

-

20

30

2

EEF 7103

Educational Psychology

30

-

30

45

3

EEF 7104

Curriculum Design and Development (with digital innovations)

30

-

30

45

3

EEF 7105

Educational measurement and Evaluation (with Digital Technologies)

30

-

30

45

3

Year One Semester Two

 

 

 

 

 

EEF 7200

Professional Ethics for Teachers

20

-

20

30

2

EEF 7201

Educational Administration and Management

30

-

30

45

3

EEF 7202

Guidance, Counseling and Mentoring

20

-

20

30

2

EEF 7203

Life Skills Education

20

-

20

30

2

EEF 7204

Teaching and Learning methods with Digital Technologies

20

-

20

30

2

EEF 7205

Education Quality and Technology Management

20

-

20

30

2

Recess Term

     

EEF 7206

Digital and Face to Face Teaching Practice I

  

120

60

4

Graduation Load = 35 CU
Fees per semester

Local Students (East African Community)

Fees per semester (UGX)Functional Fees (UGX)Application Fees (UGX)
850,000300,00050,000

International Students

International students pay international student tuition fees which is rated in dollars and this specifically covers only the cost of teaching and many student support services. This tuition below is per academic session and includes both the tuition and functional fees.

Category of ProgrammeFees per academic session (USD)Application / Admission Fee
Master's Degree$950$30
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