International Qualified Teacher Status (iQTS)
Course overview
• Course seeks to develop outstanding teachers within primary education, who are ‘thinking professionals’ who can account for the choices they make in their classrooms • Study route for primary age group (3-11 years) • Flexible teaching qualification that addresses complex global education issues • Creates teachers who are critical thinkers, enabled to grow into leaders of learning, able to shape the educational landscape of their classrooms in an international context • Inclusive practice and raising aspirations for all learners are key drivers behind this course • Develop your practice in the classroom with the support of dedicated friendly tutors who are renowned internationally for high quality teaching and research
Key highlights
- Primary teaching route covering the 3 to 11 age group
- Addresses complex global education issues in an international context
- Develops reflective practitioners who can justify classroom choices
- Inclusive practice and raising aspirations for all learners at its core
- Classroom practice supported by internationally renowned tutors
- Prepares teachers to grow into leaders of learning
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
- GCSE: 4 — to include English Language, Mathematics, Science
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Primary school teacher
- International school teacher
- Early years teacher
- Primary subject leader
- Head of year
Cost of study
UK/Home: £8,000 per year | International: £8,000 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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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