Routes into Teaching:
Primary
Being a primary school teacher is a rewarding career, where no two days are the same.
You will need to be an effective communicator, and work flexibly and creatively to deliver engaging lessons for your pupils.
You could progress to become a SEND teacher or become a specialist leader in education, supporting others. You might also consider a leadership role, move into private tuition, or even consider teaching at an international school.
Choosing the right route for you
Undergraduate Programmes
Suitable for those who do not have a degree:
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Is this course right for me?
For students who would like to undertake a Primary route degree with Qualified Teacher Status in 3 years.
Requirements
- 112 UCAS points
- Applicants need to have a GCSE at grade 4 or above in English, Maths, and a Science
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Is this course right for me?
For students who would like to undertake a Primary route with Qualified Teacher Status over 4 years.
The programme begins with a Foundation Year and is for students who may not have gained enough
UCAS points or who may not feel ready to embark on the full degree.Requirements
- 48 UCAS points.
- Applicants need to have a GCSE at grade 4 or above in English, Maths, and a Science.
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Is this course right for me?
This route is for students who have already completed two years (Level 4 and 5) of a teaching degree and want to complete their programme at Level 6 and gain a degree with Qualified Teacher Status.
Requirements
- Applicants need to have a GCSE at grade 4 or above in English, Maths, and a Science.
- Applicants also need to have successfully completed Level 4 and 5 of a teaching related degree and have significant placement experience of teaching in school.
Postgraduate Programmes
Suitable for those who already have a degree:
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Is this course right for me?
Full time – 1 year
This route is for students who already have a degree and would like to train to be a Primary teacher in one year.
Part time – 2 years
The part time route, over 2 years, is for students who already have a degree but have commitments that mean studying part-time would be a better option.
Requirements
- Applicants need a degree and at least a Level 4 in English, Maths, and a Science.
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Is this course right for me?
This route is for students who already have a degree and have a particular interest in Physical Education. This is a one-year programme.
Requirements
- Applicants need a degree and at least a Level 4 in English, Maths, and a Science.
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Is this course right for me?
This route is for students who would prefer to train while being mainly based in school with learning days in university. This is a one-year programme
Requirements
- Applicants need a degree and at least a Level 4 in English, Maths, and a Science.
Bursaries & Scholarships Information
You may be eligible for a bursary or scholarship when training to teach. These are tax-free amounts of money you receive to train in certain subjects.
You do not need to pay them back.
To find out more about the funding available and the eligibility criteria, visit Teacher training funding.
Mike Astley
Primary Teaching Graduate,
“Starting university was daunting, but it has been such
an exciting experience. The expertise, and supportive
environment is infectious!“