Primary Education 5-11 (QTS) BA (Hons) at University of Northampton

This course is for anyone who is interested in obtaining a QTS and a career in primary teaching (age 5 to 11, Key Stage 1 and 2). You will learn how to teach, lead and develop your subject knowledge to give you confidence and competence in the classroom.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology  |  Department: Education and Teacher Training  |  Duration: 3 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This Primary Education with QTS degree has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goal: SDG4 Quality Education. You will develop the skills, knowledge and understanding that you need to become a creative teacher who can make a significant difference to the lives of children. Modules include School Experience Primary 1a, The Foundations of Teaching English, The Foundations of Teaching Mathematics, The Foundations of Teaching Science, The Foundations of Teaching the Wider Curriculum (A), Professional Studies - Foundations of Practice, School Experience Primary 1b, School Experience Primary 2, Professional Studies - Developing Practice, Developing the Teaching of English, Developing the Teaching of Mathematics, Developing the Teaching of Science.

Career pathways

When you complete the primary education course, you will be recommended for QTS, the nationally recognised professional qualification for teachers in England. You will be assessed to teach children aged 5 to 11, preparing you for a teaching career in either Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2.

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