VU Virtual University of Pakistan
Department of Education

Diploma (Diploma in Education)

Introduction

Diploma in Education(1 Year) has been designed with a core purpose of training and developing teachers who either intend to join or already serving in schools by polishing their pedagogical skills. The program aims to equip prospective teachers with latest techniques of classroom management, assessment and evaluation. 

 

Disclaimer!

The courses may be revised from time to time as a result of continuous review to bring them at par with courses being taught at top-class foreign universities. While reviewing the courses, needs of local industry and job market are also given full consideration.

The University reserves the right to change fee structure from time to time.

Objectives

After completing the Diploma in education, the prospective teachers will have a sound knowledge of:

1. theories of learning enabling them to incorporate constructive teaching approach in their classes;

2. formative and summative assessment techniques to enhance and monitor understanding of students;

3. pedagogical approaches to teach different subjects in elementary schools.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university / institute in any discipline with at least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out of 4.

However, Candidates having 33% ~44% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero  Semester”.

 

Course Exemption

Course exemption is not allowed.

Duration

It is a one-year duration program that comprises two semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration.

Assessment Criteria

The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Discussion Boards (GDBs), mid-term and final term exams. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course.

Award of Degree

To be eligible for the award of Diploma in Education, students enrolled in Fall 2021 semester are required to complete course work program (minimum two semesters) of at least 31 credit hours course work with minimum CGPA 2.00 out of 4.
Whereas, for all previously enrolled batches, the students are required to complete at least 30 credit hours with minimum CGPA 2.00 out of 4.00.

Project / Internship / Practicals

Projects/Internships/ Practicals

Scheme of Study

Total Credit Hours 31
Total Semesters 2
Duration 1 Year


Diploma (Diploma in Education)
Semester No. 1
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU101 Foundations of Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU201 Learning Theories Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU301 General Methods of Teaching Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
ENG201 Business and Technical English Writing Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
VU001 Introduction to e-Learning Required 1 (Theory:1, Practical:0)
 
Semester No. 2
Course Code Title Type Pre Requisite Credit Hours Specialization
EDU405 Classroom Assessment Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU411 Teaching of Urdu Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU430 ICT in Education Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
EDU516 Teaching of English Required 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0)
CS101 Introduction to Computing Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) Computer Science
EDU510 Teaching of Mathematics Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) Mathematics
EDU654 Addressing problems of learning through technology and pedagogy Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) Computer Science
GSC101 General Science Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) General Science
GSC201 Teaching of General Science Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) General Science
MTH100 General Mathematics Elective 3 (Theory:3, Practical:0) Mathematics