PGCE Primary at Bath Spa University

Programme overview

Developed in partnership with schools and early years settings, our Primary teacher training programmes will support you to become an innovative and inspiring teacher. There are a number of age phases and specialist pathways to consider, through which you’ll achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Our full time programmes last for approximately 40 weeks. You’ll spend about two thirds of this time in a school or educational setting.

Faculty: School of Education and Humanities | Duration: One year full time. | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bath, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include How Children Learn, Positive Classroom Environments, Adaptive Teaching, Inspiring Learning, QTS Module (Primary and Early Years), Enhanced Professional Practice in Early Years, Primary English Specialism (BSU), Primary Mathematics Specialism (BSU).

Career pathways

This PGCE programme produces high calibre teachers with the relevant skills, knowledge, understanding and experiences necessary to enter a career in teaching. Develop a wealth of indispensable digital skills that you can take into your future career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In addition to the general entry requirements, you’ll need a good honours degree; your degree can be in any subject. We only accept candidates with GCSE passes at grade 4/C or above (or recognised equivalents) in English, Mathematics and a Science subject. Before enrolment: Enhanced DBS check, Children's Barred List check, Prohibition from Teaching check and Fitness to Train to Teach questionnaire.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee, UK full time Source

International applicants: GBP 17,310 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee, International full time Source

Duration: One year full time.

Apply through the official page: https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-teacher-training

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