Our Curriculum
STUDIES AT OUR NON-TRADITIONAL TEACHER TRAINING COLLEGE
When you start the DNS programme, you also enrol as a distance learning student in the programme “Bachelors in Educational Sciences” offered by ISET- One World. ISET- One World is an institution for higher learning based in Mozambique, approved and accredited by the local Ministry of Higher Education and by the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
ISET – One World is a separate institution from DNS Denmark. When you graduate, you will receive two certificates:
A Bachelor’s Degree diploma in Educational Science offered by ISET-One World in Mozambique
A certificate of completion from DNS, which describes the diverse experiences and skills gained throughout the four-year programme (such as concrete teaching experience, and organisational and leadership competencies)
We chose this model because ISET – One World offers a customised curriculum that complements each period of the DNS programme. This solution also makes it possible for the students to be in the driving seat of their education, allowing them to manage how, when and where to complete their studies.
The curriculum is in line with the pedagogical principles of DNS.
ISET – One World
INSTITUTO SUPERIOR DE EDUCAÇÃO E TECNOLOGIA
ISET- One World is an institution for higher learning based in Mozambique, approved and accredited by the local Ministry of Higher Education and by the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
Its mission is to train technically, scientifically, socially and politically qualified professionals in the fields of teaching and research in education. With a strong focus on pedagogy, information technology, community development, and environmental education, the course in Educational Sciences trains motivated and multi-skilled individuals, equipped with the tools to face a rapidly-changing world.
Since its establishment in 1998, ISET – One World has formed more than 1.000 teachers, locally and worldwide.
The subjects
Throughout the four years of DNS, you will study 36 subjects that make up the Bachelor Course in Educational Sciences offered by ISET- One World. These cover a diverse range of areas, from the natural world to cultural studies, necessary for training proficient educators. Here are some examples:
The Teacher and the School in the 21st Century
Studies of significant pedagogical ideas, theories, and practices; the role of the learner, the teacher, and the school in modern pedagogy; developing an understanding of existing school systems
Group Dynamics and Leadership
The module deals with theory and practice concerning the dynamics of groups, teamwork, and leadership. Studies and hands-on training include group characteristics, team building, communicative action, forms of leadership, personality, and charisma.
Big Issues of our Times
Studies focus on understanding of major world events and global trends, and formulating solutions to them. The subject includes evaluation of sources and analysis as well as practising methodologies to teach about global issues to various audiences.
Contemporary Europe
Social sciences, history and geography of the European continent, including a focus on national states and the European Union. Studies aim to acquire an understanding of the social, economic, political, educational, and environmental position of today’s Europe.
Teacher Ethics and Planet Protection
Studies include reflections on how to develop personal and professional ethics, and various pedagogical approaches to the environmental crisis.
Psycho-Pedagogy
The subject focuses on the impact of behaviour and mental health on learning. Study modules include developmental psychology, learning psychology, neuro-pedagogy, social psychology, inclusive pedagogy, and special-needs education.
Frequently asked questions
What can I use the diploma for?
From our graduate experiences, the ISET-One World diploma is useful in getting a job in non-formal, alternative, and private schools, educational projects, humanitarian projects, and charity work.
It is more challenging to use it in public schools which usually require a national teaching programme, and often require a Master’s degree.
Is the diploma officially recognized in my country?
This is more challenging for us to give a clear answer, as it is an individual process that each student has to go through with the ministry of Education in their home country as the demands in public institutions differ per country. It is a work in progress for us to understand but we are cooperating with our graduates about this process. We have had some graduates who succeed in getting it fully recognised as an equivalent to a national degree. In other cases, it is partially recognised and you would need to take extra exams to get it recognised.
In which countries do we have experience with diploma recognition?
Our diploma is fully recognized in:
- The UK
- Norway
We have graduates who went on to study masters in:
- Estonia
- Czechia
- Sweden
- Spain and France- (in private Masters programmes)
We are still in the process of getting the diploma approved in:
- Hungary
- Italy
- Lithuania
- Spain
This is an ongoing process that we are working on.
