FDA Professional Practice Primary Education
Buckinghamshire New UniversityHigh Wycombe, United Kingdom
Course overview
This is a full time course, however you will be on campus one day a week. The rest of your time will be spent working and gaining valuable experience. If you aspire to become a Primary School Teacher, but want to remain working, our Foundation Degree in Primary Education allows you to take the first step on your journey towards teacher training, while giving you the flexibility you need to work and study.
We'll work with you to develop your skills and knowledge so you can support the development of children, build on your passion for teaching, creativity and learning.
Key highlights
- On campus one day a week, rest spent working
- Combine study with paid or unpaid work in schools
- First step towards teacher training for aspiring primary teachers
- Develops skills and knowledge to support children's development
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall
Scholarships
BNU Asylum Seeker Scholarship
BNU Refugee Scholarship
Vice Chancellor’s International Student Scholarship
One off fee reduction of £1,500, £3,000 or £5,000 available to all applicants paying overseas fees on their first year of study.
Careers this course leads to
- Teaching Assistant
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant
- Learning Support Assistant
- Primary School Teacher (after further study and QTS)
- Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,420 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Buckinghamshire New University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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