Purpose of Program

The Teacher Training Educational Program aims at preparing primary, basic -/ secondary school English Language teachers who are equipped with the broad knowledge and skills relevant to modern standards and requirements: Teachers who can create a positive classroom environment, plan a democratic student-centered learning environment, create and assess the study process, and care about their professional development. All of this ensures their successful employment in the local labor market and competitiveness in the international market.

Program Admission Preconditions

Students are enrolled in the Teacher Training Educational Program following Georgian legislation. A person holding a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (English language) or its equivalent degree could be enrolled in the Teacher Training Program. the person’s competence should be approved by the National Exam organized by the National Assessment and Examination Center. An applicant should pass an internal exam organized by the university that complies with their academic degree in a subject/group of subjects and the subject exam they have passed. Internal examination is conducted in written form in English. Applicants should write a statement of purpose showing their motivation for a program, substantiate their needs for professional development and define the means of achievement of those goals. The maximum point for an essay is 20 and the minimum competency level is 51%.

Field of Employment

Covering the program allows program graduates to be employed

●    English language teachers in secondary schools (primary, basic, and secondary levels)
●    Non-formal education sector

Tuition Fees

For entrants who are enrolled via Unified National Exams: 2250 GEL (state-funded)

Awarded Qualification: Not Awarded
Credit Value of the Programme: 60 ECTS
Language of Education: English

Contact

Program Coordinator: Affil. Prof. Dr. Maia Chkotua | mchkotua@ibsu.edu.ge
 Tel: +995 32 2800 064 (137)

Program