Primary Education with QTS BA (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
This undergraduate primary education course will give you a degree and a QTS qualification. You will learn about children’s rights, core educational values and learning methods. The subjects and pedagogical approaches you study will be tailored to the developmental needs and learning styles of children aged 5-11, making this primary education programme highly relevant for aspiring teachers.
The primary education programme will mix theory and practice and teach you: how to create engaging and inclusive learning environments effectively manage primary classrooms; and inspire young minds to reach their full potential. After graduation from this primary education course, you will be fully qualified to teach in primary schools, making a difference in the lives of children and the wider educational community. Book for an open day
Key highlights
- Combines an honours degree with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Focuses on teaching children aged 5 to 11
- Covers children's rights, core educational values and learning methods
- Blends educational theory with practical classroom teaching
- Develops skills in inclusive learning environments and classroom management
- Graduates are fully qualified to teach in primary schools
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC Diploma - D*D* Access to…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: D*D* — BTEC Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- GCSE: 4 — to include English, Mathematics, Science
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Primary school teacher
- Early career teacher (ECT)
- Key Stage 1 teacher
- Key Stage 2 teacher
- Special educational needs teacher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 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 East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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