Programme Background and Rationale

The faculty of education offers diploma prorgammes in secondary education and diploma programmes in primary education. The diploma in education programme is a two year programme intended to produce high quality teachers for lower secondary and primary schools in the areas of science, mathematics, social studies, languages (Arabic and English) and Islamic Studies. In order to increase the effectiveness of the teachers and the efficiency of the programme, students enrolled in diploma in secondary education take double majors and, after successful completion, should be competent to teach two teaching subjects.

The two-year diploma in primary education is an in-service programme that is designed to improve the performance of primary school teachers. Urban teachers take evening classes throughout the year, while rural teachers attend classes only during holidays, and receive mentoring for the rest of the time.

 Programme Objectives

General Objective

The overall objective of the diploma in secondary education programme is to produce high quality middle level and hand-on secondary school teachers who can play a significant role in improving quality the quality of education in the country.

Objectives of the Programme

By the end of the programme, students should;

1. Be equipped with critical understanding of their respective subjects nd be able to operate effectively within each subject area.
2. Be conversant with the diverse approaches, methods and strategies of teaching in secondary and be able to select and use appropriate methods correctly in specific contexts.
3. Be aware of administrative services of a teacher and the supporting administrative theories, and the demonstrate capacity to use theory to make an effective administrative decision.
4. Show brad understanding of the school curriculum and of the foundational issue that support the school curriculum, and the capacity to implement a curriculum correctly in a school context.

Programme Duration

The programme shall run on a semester basis consisting of four (4) semesters each lasting 17 weeks, or part-time on basis as appropriately structured by the faculty of education and the specific departments, and approved by Senate.

Programme Modalities

The programme shall be conducted by course work, examinations and project, based on credit units. The last two weeks of each semester of each academic year shall normally be used for end of semester examinations. Further,

1. A student shall take foundation/general courses in English, mathematics, science, Arabic, Islamic studies during the first one year in the freshmen. The freshman also acts as a gateway to full admission into the diploma in education programme.
2. By the end of first year, a student shall be required to attend at least 600 hours of internship in a real school environment.
3. A student shall come up with a well written project in an area of education during the senior year of study.

 Curriculum Plan

The programme shall run on a semester basis consisting of four (4) semesters each lasting 17 weeks in a period of two (2) academic years, whether on full time, part-time, sandwich, or online or other modes as structured by the Faculty of Education, and approved by Senate.

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General Regulations

General University regulations and guidelines for undergraduate programmes shall apply with regard to application, registration, teaching, learning, examinations, research and graduation. A student is required to sign memorandum of understanding during the registration process on the pre-scribed forms.

 Admission Requirements

This diploma in education is best suited to students who have high affection for knowledge and a predisposition to pass on knowledge, and who have a desire to work with younger learning generations. To qualify for admission into the degree of diploma in education, an applicant shall:

1. Hold a SGCSE of at least grade “C” or its equivalent from a recognized examination body.
2. A certificate of education from Amoud University or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
3. Meet other requirements set by the faculty of education with approval of Senate.

Enrolment Types

There shall be three (3) categories of enrolments as follows:

1. Full-Time Day enrolled students who shall attend classes between 7.00 am 5.00 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
2. Full-Time Evening enrolled students who shall attend classes between 4.00 pm and 10.00 pm from Saturday to Thursday.
3. Sandwich, part-time, and other modes enrolled students who shall attend classes during specific periods as specified by the Faculty of Education and approved by Senate.

Staff, Facilities and Equipment

Our educational resources are extensive. Students have access to a wide range of materials, including, education library and collections of science and arts; and to education links, including eBooks and online educational resources. The faculty has education databases that are used on a daily basis in the education profession; audio recordings of lectures, and as a team of well-qualified, dynamic and expert staff educated locally and abroad, who are available, not only for teaching, but to help students in all ways, and at all times.

 Funding

The programme of diploma in education is sustained largely by funds from tuition fees and other relevant levies. The student must show proof of ability to pay tuition fees on time before being enrolled into the programme. There are no special funding arrangements for the students enrolled in the programme. However if, and when, additional funds are available, they shall be dispensed according to the university financial policies.

Target Groups

The programme of the diploma in education shall target, but shall not be limited to, the following groups:

1. Graduates of SGCSE who aspire to become professional teachers or to work in the field of education.
2. Primary school teachers who intend to develop and expand their educational knowledge to diploma level.
3. Graduates of other disciplines who intend transform themselves into professional teachers through further education.
4. Employees of the ministry of education and higher studies who do not have professional educational training and would like to acquire professional knowledge and qualification in education.

 Expected Programme Outcomes

Graduates of the programme should be:

1. Competent teachers and educationist who teach in the secondary schools and provide educational guidance to schools up to lower secondary education level.
2. Competent managers and administrators of education and educational institutions in Somaliland and beyond.
3. Employees of MoEHS as senior managers and guides of education and educational matters at the lower secondary school level.