University of Leeds

Deaf Education (Teacher of the Deaf Qualification) PGDip

The Postgraduate Diploma in Deaf Education is a two-year course leading to the Mandatory Qualification for Teacher of the Deaf (QToD) for England and Wales. This course is taught part-time using blended learning, providing the opportunity to study both online and face-to-face. This flexibility allows you to balance your studies alongside your existing work and other commitments. The course is led by national and international leaders, as well as senior practitioners in the field, ensuring a high-quality educational experience. Students will work closely with peers from across the UK, building a strong network of colleagues across a wide range of settings. The curriculum focuses on establishing language fluency and effective communication as a basis for cognitive, social, and emotional development. It acknowledges the diverse linguistic contexts of deaf children's lives, prioritising engagement with the curriculum for all deaf learners. Through the course, you will develop a broad knowledge base and the skills to respond flexibly to the dynamic needs of deaf children. Assessments are varied and designed to help you develop essential skills in the field, with recent updates based on student feedback. The course is inclusive, welcoming suitably qualified deaf and hearing applicants, and providing appropriate access and support arrangements. Accredited by the Department for Education (DfE), this course meets the requirements for the mandatory qualification for Teacher of the Deaf. Graduates will use the knowledge and skills developed throughout this specialist teaching qualification to progress in their existing educational roles or pursue new opportunities in schools and support services.