Primary Initial Teacher Education with QTS: Welsh-medium - BA (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

This BA (Hons) is mostly delivered through the medium of Welsh and leads to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for the primary age phase, with training in partner schools. It develops knowledge in the Areas of Learning and Experience, practical skills and professional competencies.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 (Newport) | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study covers Core Studies, Professional and Pedagogical Studies, Subject Studies A and B, and Professional Learning and Development across three years, with placements across a range of school settings and age phases.

Career pathways

Graduates are awarded QTS and can teach in primary schools in national or international settings; most take posts in Wales or England. Other routes include education roles in libraries, museums and private sector organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS points or above. A level: BBC excluding General Studies. Welsh Baccalaureate: grade C and BB at A level excluding General Studies. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Access to HE: 60 credits overall including 45 level 3 credits (18 Distinctions, 24 Merits, 3 Passes). T Level: Pass (C and above). Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C (grade 4 in England) including Mathematics (or Numeracy in Wales), Science and one of English Language, English Literature, Welsh Language or Welsh Literature; grade D holders can gain equivalency by completing a module. Enhanced DBS check and DBS Update Service subscription required. Contextual offers may be made.

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28). Per year Source

Intake: September 2027 (Newport)

Duration: 3 years full-time

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