Entry requirements
A level
We will consider combinations of Distinctions, Merits and Passes that total 112 UCAS Points.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science (Grade 4 / C ), We will accept equivalency tests from Equivalency Testing for Career Development and A* Star Teachers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
Our Primary Education with Qualified Teacher Status degree will give you the knowledge and skills to inspire young learners. You will receive teacher training through on-the-job placements and sessions at the university with our tutors.
The course includes around eight weeks each year observing and working alongside experienced primary teachers in a school. This means that by the time you achieve Qualified Teacher Status at the end of your final year, you will have the skills and confidence to start your career as a primary education teacher.
Modules
Year 1
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
The Development of the Child as a Learner 1: Early Years Focus (20 credits)
The Development of the Child as a Learner: Upper KS1 / Lower KS2 Focus (20 credits)
The Development of the Child as a Learner: Upper KS2 / Lower KS3 Focus (20 credits)
Subject Knowledge Development (15 credits)
An Introduction to Learning in University and School (15 credits)
Professional Development and School Experience 1 (30 credits)
Year 2
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
Development of Mathematical Understanding (15 credits)
Exploring Language and Literacy (15 credits)
Education Studies and Practice 1 (15 credits)
Inclusion (15 credits)
Professional Development and School Experience 2 (20 credits)
Engaging with the Wider Curriculum: Understanding the World (20 credits)
Engaging with the Wider Curriculum: Expressing and Communicating Ideas (20 credits)
Year 3
Students are required to study the following compulsory modules.
Research Project (30 credits)
Primary Professional Enhancement (PED) (15 credits)
Education Studies and Practice 2 (15 credits)
English, Mathematics and Science (Core 3) (30 credits)
Professional Development and School Experience 3 (30 credits)
Assessment methods
Students are assessed in a range of modes including essays, portfolios and through practical experience of teaching in a school. Students will spend approximately eight weeks each year in school observing and working alongside experienced teachers. The level of responsibility increases each year so that by the end of Year 3 students are confident to embark on their teaching career.
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What do graduate employment figures really tell you?The stats above mainly cover teaching degrees for training and qualifying in primary school education. These tend to be three or four-year courses — check with course tutors about how long you will need to study to get your Qualified Teacher Status. Most graduates go into teaching roles — usually primary school teaching, so these courses have good employment rates and starting salaries. We have a shortage of teachers of all kinds, which is deepening, and whilst many of the most severe are at secondary level, the prospects for this degree are not likely to take a downturn any time soon.
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