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Primary Education Studies (Non-QTS Accelerated Degree) BA(Hons)
BA(Hons) Non-QTS Accelerated Degree
Your course
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If you aspire to become a primary school teacher, this course offers a fast-track route to an honours degree (two years), following which you could apply to complete a one-year Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)* to become qualified to teach. On the course you’ll develop essential knowledge of primary and early years education, as well as the skills you’ll need to progress towards becoming a teacher. We know there’s no substitute for learning how to teach in the classroom environment, so you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a work placement in a primary education setting. As part of your placement you’ll be able to observe experienced teachers and gain practical, hands-on experience in contributing to classroom practice. It’s all designed to help you develop your skills and experience for your future career in teaching. Please note that in order to cover the content of a BA(Hons) degree in two years rather than three, teaching on this course takes place across all three terms of the academic year.
Example modules
• Culture and Curriculum • Working in Primary Education • Safeguarding Children and Young People • Leadership and Management in Professional Contexts • Critical approaches to inclusive education
Your future
Upon successful completion of the course, students wishing to become primary school teachers can apply for postgraduate teacher training routes to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Graduates may also consider a varied range of careers in education, early years and learning support. Graduates may also wish to progress onto Master’s level programmes.
This course is a recognised progression route on to primary teacher training courses.
Course info
Course length:
2 years full-time**
Entry requirements:
BBB/DDM/120
Additional criteria:
GCSE English Language, plus Maths or a science subject at grade 4/C or above.* DBS check.
*Please note that graduates who wish to progress on to a PGCE course will be required to have GCSE English Language, Maths and Science at grade 4/C or above. **This course follows an accelerated delivery pattern across all three terms of the academic year, so that students complete the full credits required for a BA(Hons) degree in two years.
“I was drawn to this degree as opposed to a three year degree because of the blend of theory, instruction and practical work. I am planning on going straight on to a PGCE upon completion of my accelerated degree. Meaning I will have completed both an undergraduate (a full BA honours degree) and postgraduate qualification (PGCE with QTS) in the same time period as some of my peers will have taken to complete a BA(Hons) degree with QTS.”
